Respiratory Therapist, Weekend

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

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare in Georgia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our patient‑focused team.

You will perform assessments, blood gas analysis, and respiratory procedures in adult care areas, with weekend night shifts 7pm–7am. Georgia license as RRT required at hire; BCLS, ACLS, and PALS within 60 days; no experience required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• No prior work experience required.
• RRT, BCLS, ACLS and PALS required by hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient assessment

Critical care

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

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:

Weekend Option7pm-7am

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 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 Atlanta Hospital