Respiratory Therapist (Relocation Assistance & Sign-On Bonus Offered)

Wellstar is seeking to hire Respiratory Therapists for our different facilities in Greater Atlanta Georgia. If you are not local, relocation assistance is available.

Job Responsibilities:

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations. The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making, and self-direction. In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT II is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The RT II is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The RT II addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. Also participates in the education of new employees and others.

At Wellstar, we’re proud to provide our comprehensive Total Rewards Benefits Package to our amazing team of nurses. With perks like Career Progression Model, Onsite Childcare and Back-up Daycare, Tuition Assistance and Education Coaching our concierge service, and guidance on your financial future, we offer options that support your life and all that comes with it.

Sign On Bonus and Relocation Offered

Lucrative Compensation & Rewards

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science.
• 6 months-2 years of clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care.
• Associate's Degree A.S. degree required
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred not required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Respiratory Care Prof
• Basic Life Support
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support