Respiratory Therapist – Ventilator & Critical Care

Aura Health; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in Covington, GA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide hospital-based, patient-centered respiratory care. The role includes assessing patients, delivering oxygen and aerosol therapies, and managing ventilator support in emergencies.

The incumbent will collaborate with physicians and nurses, document care in the EMR, and educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and equipment. This is a on-site hospital position with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential.
• Strong clinical knowledge in respiratory therapy, including ventilation support.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Detail-oriented EMR documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ respiratory status and determine appropriate therapy.
• Administer oxygen and aerosol treatments.
• Manage ventilator care and respond to respiratory emergencies.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to support clinical decision-making.
• Document patient care in the EMR accurately and timely.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and the proper use of respiratory equipment.

Skills

RRT credential

Ventilation support

Clinical knowledge

Effective communication

EMR documentation

Education

RRT licensure

Job description

Aura Health in Covington, GA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide hospital-based, patient-centered respiratory care. The role includes assessing patients, delivering oxygen and aerosol therapies, and managing ventilator support in emergencies.

The incumbent will collaborate with physicians and nurses, document care in the EMR, and educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and equipment. This is a on-site hospital position with a multidisciplinary team.