Respiratory Therapist - Up to $40/HR + Shift Differentials

Avista Healthcare, Llc; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental and Vision Insurance

401(K) Program

Vacation accrual from day one

Shift differentials

Up to $40/hour

24/7 coffee / snack bar

$100 bonus for picked up shifts

$100 Perfect attendance bonus

Facility appreciation meals

Employee of the month

Roll over vacation time

Job summary

Avista Healthcare, Llc in Columbus is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to evaluate and care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. The RT collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other providers to deliver respiratory care in a skilled nursing facility, including ventilator support and COPD/asthma management. We offer full-time, part-time, or PRN shifts, with shifts from 7:00 p.m.

to 7:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) per NBRC.
• Experience in acute care settings preferred.
• Strong knowledge of respiratory treatments, equipment, and emergencies.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care modalities as ordered by physicians.
• Perform treatments such as oxygen therapy and nebulizers.
• Manage ventilators and monitor patients on ventilation.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and airway management.
• Document care accurately in patient records.
• Provide bedside care with timely evaluations.
• Maintain infection control and PPE practices.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians on care plans.

Skills

Respiratory treatments

Emergency procedures

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Avista Healthcare, Llc in Columbus is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to evaluate and care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. The RT collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other providers to deliver respiratory care in a skilled nursing facility, including ventilator support and COPD/asthma management. We offer full-time, part-time, or PRN shifts, with shifts from 7:00 p.m.

to 7:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.