Respiratory Therapist, WEO, Nights

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures, and critical care procedures in adult care areas, with blood gas analysis and equipment maintenance.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences, RRT and state licensure, and BCLS/ACLS; PALS within 60 days. No prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences required.
• RRT certification and state licensure required upon hire.
• BCLS, ACLS, and PALS within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments and adult respiratory care procedures.
• Conduct blood gas analysis and critical care procedures in adult units.
• Maintain and manage respiratory equipment and provide patient education.

Skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Ventilators

Blood gas analysis

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Tools

Resuscitation equipment

Blood gas analyzers

Job description

Overview

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.

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

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 Newnan Hospital