Respiratory Therapist, Weekend

Piedmont Healthcare; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our team and support adult care areas with assessment, procedures, and monitoring. This role emphasizes patient education, equipment management, and collaboration with the care team.

Candidates must hold an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences and be an RRT with BCLS/ACLS; PALS is preferred. On-site schedule includes weekend options and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences required.
• No experience required.
• RRT license and Georgia licensure required upon hire.
• BCLS, ACLS and PALS certification required on or within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures in adult care areas.
• Conduct critical care procedures and blood gas analysis as needed.
• Manage and maintain equipment and provide patient education.

Skills

Patient assessment

Respiratory care procedures

Critical care procedures

Blood gas analysis

Equipment maintenance

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist

BCLS - Basic Life Support

ACLS

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Job description

Overview: 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.Required Hours:

7pm-7am weekend optionResponsibilities: 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 RequiredWork Experience

No experience required RequiredLicenses and Certifications

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist and Licensed by the State of Georgia under the Composite State Board of Medical Examiners Upon Hire Required andBCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required andACLS Upon Hire RequiredPALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 60 Days RequiredBusiness Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Atlanta Hospital