Respiratory Therapist, RRT, Nights

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

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments, conduct general and critical care respiratory procedures in adult care units, and manage blood gas analysis. The role includes equipment maintenance and patient education to ensure high-quality care.

The candidate should hold an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences, with eligibility for RRT, Georgia licensure upon hire, and BCLS/ACLS; PALS within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences required.
• No experience required.
• RRT status with NRBC and GA state license upon hire required; BCLS, ACLS, and PALS within 60 days required.

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols, and critical care procedures in adult care areas.
• Perform blood gas analysis; maintain and manage all equipment used; provide patient education.

Skills

Patient assessment

Critical care procedures

Equipment handling

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Tools

Blood gas analyzer

Medical equipment maintenance

Job description

Overview

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.

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 by NRBC (National Board for Respiratory Care) 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 Augusta Hospital