Job Details
Profession: Allied Health, Respiratory
Type: Full Time
Respiratory Therapist RRT - Acute Care - NBRC
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist to join an established Health System around the Atlanta, GA metroplex. Collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, you will contribute to achieving the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Schedule: Nights
Pays: $75,431 - $95,311
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients with pulmonary diseases, disorders, or complications.
- Perform and analyze diagnostic tests (e.g., pulmonary function tests) to evaluate lung capacity and functionality.
- Administer aerosol medications and provide chest physiotherapy to improve respiratory function.
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress to ensure the effectiveness of treatment plans.
- Deliver inhalants and other respiratory treatments as prescribed.
- Maintain accurate patient records by documenting treatments, observations, and progress.
- Operate mechanical ventilators and other respiratory equipment to support patient care.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an AMA-accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
- Current RRT or CRT license required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- One (1) year of clinical experience preferred; new graduates are encouraged to apply