Respiratory Therapist – Part-Time Weekends

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care in critical settings, including ventilator management, airway procedures, and patient assessments. You will educate patients and staff, document care accurately, and participate in quality improvement initiatives while collaborating with healthcare teams to plan and deliver safe, evidence-based treatment.

The role requires 0–2 years of clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care;

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (required).
• NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS certifications required upon hire.
• 0–2 years clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care.
• Strong communication and critical thinking abilities; proficiency with computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and collaborate with healthcare teams to plan care
• Administer aerosolized medications, perform ventilator management, and manage airways (intubation, extubation, trach care)
• Conduct arterial blood gas sampling and analysis
• Educate patients, mentor new staff, and assist in procedures and diagnostic testing
• Promote safety, accurate documentation, and evidence-based practices
• Participate in quality improvement and performance initiatives
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards

Skills

NBRC-RRT Certification

RCP Certification

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Communication

Critical Thinking

Computer Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Role Overview

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, including medication administration, ventilator management, airway procedures, and patient assessments. The role involves delivering high-quality patient care in critical settings, educating patients and staff, and supporting patient safety initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and collaborate with healthcare teams to plan care
• Administer aerosolized medications, perform ventilator management, and manage airways (intubation, extubation, trach care)
• Conduct arterial blood gas sampling and analysis
• Educate patients, mentor new staff, and assist in procedures and diagnostic testing
• Promote safety, accurate documentation, and evidence-based practices
• Participate in quality improvement and performance initiatives
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Certifications: NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS (all required upon hire)
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills
• Ability to establish effective relationships with healthcare professionals