Senior Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care in critical care settings, perform ventilator management, and provide patient and family education with independent clinical judgment.

Requirements include an Associate or Bachelor degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC-RRT, RCP, and BLS/ACLS certifications. Join a nationally recognized, patient‑focused team passionate about safety, learning, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving in high-pressure environments.
• Proficient in electronic medical records and clinical databases.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessment and therapy planning.
• Manages ventilator settings, weaning, and monitoring.
• Administers aerosolized medications and respiratory therapies.
• Educates patients, families, and new staff; participates in quality initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

NBRC-RRT

RCP

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care in critical care settings, perform ventilator management, and provide patient and family education with independent clinical judgment.

Requirements include an Associate or Bachelor degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC-RRT, RCP, and BLS/ACLS certifications. Join a nationally recognized, patient‑focused team passionate about safety, learning, and compassionate care.