Registered Respiratory Therapist - Weekend Nights
Proforma Health · Austell, GA · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Administering medications and delivering respiratory care in complex patient situations, primarily in critical care areas.
- Managing ventilators, performing airway management, and interpreting waveforms.
- Conducting patient assessments, collaborating with healthcare teams, and verifying orders for therapies.
- Providing patient, family, and staff education, mentoring new employees, and supporting professional development.
- Ensuring a safe, high-quality environment by promoting accurate documentation, patient safety, and evidence-based practices.
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives and supporting invasive and diagnostic procedures as needed.
Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NBRC-RRT or RCP, all required upon hire.
- 0-2 years of clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care.
Skills
- Strong communication
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Assessment abilities
- Computer proficiency