Senior Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care & Ventilation

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the Pulmonary care service.

The RRT evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic respiratory conditions, performs cardiopulmonary procedures, and ensures appropriate oxygen therapy under the Medical Director of Pulmonary. The ideal candidate holds an active RRT credential, state license, and experience with advanced airway management and ventilatory support across inpatient and outpatient

Qualifications

• If education/certification requirements are not met, candidate may be referred and tentatively selected.
• Active license and RRT credential required for the duration of employment.
• KSA: ability to consult with physicians for complex respiratory care and develop care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide equipment setup and care as ordered by physician or protocol.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with medical gases and devices.
• Administer medications to the cardiopulmonary system.
• Transport patients for procedures involving oxygen, BiPAP, or transport ventilators.
• Verify orders prior to implementation.
• Maintain and reprocess respiratory equipment per policy.
• Manage airways and ventilation support as needed.

Skills

Consult with physicians

Evaluate therapies

Airway/ventilation management

Patient assessment

Education

CoARC-accredited respiratory care program

Active RRT license and credentials

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the Pulmonary care service.

The RRT evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic respiratory conditions, performs cardiopulmonary procedures, and ensures appropriate oxygen therapy under the Medical Director of Pulmonary. The ideal candidate holds an active RRT credential, state license, and experience with advanced airway management and ventilatory support across inpatient and outpatient