Wellstar Health System·Austell, Georgia
The Respiratory Therapist II administers medication and implements respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and evaluation, delivering patient care in complex, critical care situations involving protocol ventilator management and independent decision-making. Additionally, the role involves patient/family education, coordination of activities, staff development, and participation in the education of new employees.
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Work Shift: Night (United States of America)
The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT II 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.
• Associates Respiratory Care or Bachelors Respiratory Therapy-Preferred
Required Minimum Experience: 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care Required
Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases. Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.
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A minimum requirement is an Associate's degree in Respiratory Care, with a Bachelor's preferred, along with required certifications including Registered Respiratory Therapist, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP. Candidates must have 0-2 years of clinical experience, including a minimum of 6 months in critical care, and possess strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills.
Market context
In Georgia, support-services roles often see steady demand because care settings need dependable overnight coverage and reliable transportation. These jobs can be competitive when employers look for prior caregiving experience, even if it is not required, and when shift flexibility matters. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your driver’s license, transportation, and overnight availability before applying.
