Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Days

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Marietta, GA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care in critical settings, including ventilator management and arterial blood gas analysis. You will collaborate with care teams, educate patients and families, and contribute to performance improvement initiatives while mentoring new staff and students.

An associate’s degree in respiratory therapy and NBRC credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program.
• NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications preferred.
• 0-2 years clinical experience, with 6 months in critical care preferred.
• Strong communication and computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and plan respiratory therapy.
• Administer medications and manage ventilators.
• Perform arterial blood gas analysis.
• Educate patients and families on therapy.
• Mentor new staff and students.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Relationship-building

Computer proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy

Tools

NBRC-RRT

RCP

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Job description

The Respiratory Therapist II plays a vital role in delivering complex respiratory care, primarily in critical care settings.
Responsibilities include medication administration, ventilator management, airway procedures, and arterial blood gas analysis. They assess patient needs, collaborate with healthcare teams, and educate patients and families, ensuring holistic, population-specific care.
The role involves mentoring new staff and students while promoting a safe, high-quality environment through adherence to policies, documentation, and evidence-based practices.
Key duties encompass patient assessment, therapy planning, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.
The position requires an associate’s degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program, with certifications such as NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.
Minimum clinical experience of 0-2 years, including 6 months in critical care, is preferred.
Essential skills include strong communication, critical thinking, relationship-building with healthcare professionals, and computer proficiency.
Join to contribute compassionately, pursue professional growth, and support a team dedicated to enhancing patient well-being.