RRT, Days, PRN

Piedmont Healthcare; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments, respiratory care procedures, and critical care in Covington, Georgia. Candidates must hold an Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences and relevant certifications.

The role involves managing equipment and educating patients about their care. Ideal candidates will be adept in blood gas analysis and critical care procedures. No prior experience is necessary, making this a great opportunity for recent graduates.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences required.
• No prior experience required.
• Must have RRT certification and licenses upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures.
• Conduct critical care procedures in adult care areas.
• Manage equipment and patient education.

Skills

Patient assessments

General respiratory care procedures

Critical care procedures

Blood gas analysis

Patient education

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Tools

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist

BCLS - Basic Life Support

ACLS

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

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:

• Associates 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

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Newton Hospital