RRT, PRN, Nights

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

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital in Augusta, GA is seeking an entry-level Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments, respiratory care procedures, and critical care procedures in adult care areas. The role includes blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education.

No experience is required, with licensure and certifications required upon hire. The position supports a comprehensive care team and involves collaboration with physicians and nurses across adult units.

Qualifications

• Education required: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences.
• No experience required.
• RRT certification and BCLS/ACLS/PALS within hire period required.

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments and respiratory care procedures in adult care areas.
• Blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education.

Skills

Patient assessment

Respiratory care

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

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 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 Augusta Hospital