Respiratory Therapist, Weekend

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

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our team during weekend night shifts. You will perform patient assessments, deliver respiratory care procedures, and manage blood gas analyses in adult care areas, ensuring safe equipment operation and patient education.

Strong collaboration with the care team is essential. An Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy and active RRT license are required, with BCLS, ACLS, and PALS obtained within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences required.
• No experience required.
• Licenses and Certifications: RRT, Georgia license, BCLS, ACLS, PALS within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, respiratory care procedures and protocols, critical care procedures in adult care areas, blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education.

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Tools

RRT Certification

BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

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 option

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:

• EducationAssociate'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 Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital