Respiratory Therapy Lead & Shift Coach

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to supervise shift activities and provide expert clinical support. You will mentor staff, coordinate patient care workloads, and ensure high standards of safety and quality in collaboration with physicians and the care team.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy, 2+ years of clinical experience, and NBRC RRT with GA licensure, plus ACLS/BCLS/PALS certifications to ensure readiness for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences required.
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience in Respiratory Therapy; ramp-up for NICU if needed.
• RRT NBRC certification; Georgia licensure; ACLS/BCLS/PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Supports supervision of shift activities and acts as expert during assigned shift.
• Delivers patient care workload, provides resource support, and mentors staff and preceptors.

Skills

Clinical respiratory therapyexperience

RRT - NBRC

ACLS

BCLS

PALS

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

RRT NBRC Certification

Georgia Respiratory Care Licensure

ACLS

BCLS

PALS

Job description

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to supervise shift activities and provide expert clinical support. You will mentor staff, coordinate patient care workloads, and ensure high standards of safety and quality in collaboration with physicians and the care team.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy, 2+ years of clinical experience, and NBRC RRT with GA licensure, plus ACLS/BCLS/PALS certifications to ensure readiness for emergencies.