Respiratory Therapist, PT, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus available

Job summary

Piedmont Newton Hospital seeks a Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) to join our fast-paced clinical team in Georgia. Credentialing and licensure are required; a sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, respiratory care procedures, blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education in adult care areas. Licenses/certifications include GA state license, BCLS, ACLS, and PALS within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• RRT and GA licensure required; BCLS/ACLS/PALS certifications.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures.
• Conduct blood gas analysis and manage equipment.
• Educate patients and families in adult care areas.

Skills

Critical care procedures

Blood gas analysis

Patient education

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Licensed by the State of Georgia

BCLS - Basic Life Support

ACLS

PALS within 60 Days

Job description

Overview

Sign on Bonus Available

7p-7a 2x a week

This position may be filled by either a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Proper credentialing and licensure are required. Candidates should be committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a fast-paced healthcare environment. A sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

When you join Piedmont, you’re not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch — especially yours. We’re committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we’re doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.

Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters—and where you’re supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you’ll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities

Performing patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols, critical care procedures in adult care areas, blood gas analysis, maintenance and management of all equipment and patient education.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required

Licenses and Certifications

• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist and Licensed by the State of Georgia under the Composite State Board of Medical Examiners Upon Hire Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• ACLS Upon Hire Required
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 60 Days Required

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Newton Hospital