Respiratory Therapist PRN

Vetted Solutions; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions seeks a Respiratory Therapist II in Georgia to provide advanced respiratory care, ventilator management, and patient assessment in complex, primarily critical care settings.

You will educate patients and support staff development while maintaining quality, safety, and evidence-based practice in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy, with preferred advanced certification.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or RCP credentials.
• 0–2 years clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive patient care, documentation, and education within a team-oriented environment.
• Assess patients, verify orders, and administer therapies such as aerosolized medications and oxygen.
• Manage ventilators, including weaning, waveform interpretation, and airway management (intubation, extubation, tracheostomy care).
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.
• Participate in invasive and non-invasive procedures, pulmonary testing, and cardiac service procedures.
• Promote a safe environment, accurate documentation, and adherence to quality improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and educate new employees, students, and peers.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

NBRC-RRT

RCP

Communication

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Role Overview

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment in complex settings, primarily critical care areas. They independently manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, and analyze arterial blood gases. The role involves educating patients and supporting staff development while ensuring quality, safety, and evidence-based practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive patient care, documentation, and education within a team-oriented environment.
• Assess patients, verify orders, and administer therapies such as aerosolized medications, oxygen, and medical gases.
• Manage ventilators, including weaning, waveform interpretation, and airway management (intubation, extubation, tracheostomy care).
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.
• Participate in invasive and non-invasive procedures, pulmonary testing, and cardiac service procedures.
• Promote a safe environment, accurate documentation, and adherence to quality improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and educate new employees, students, and peers.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
• Necessary certifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or RCP.
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, assessment skills, and proficiency with computer systems.

Additional Information

The role requires independence, decision-making, and a collaborative approach to patient care, emphasizing compassion, professional growth, and quality service.