Wellstar Health System·Dallas, Georgia
The Respiratory Therapist II provides complex respiratory care in critical care areas, focusing on ventilator management and independent decision-making. They are also responsible for patient and family education, staff development, and collaborating with the healthcare team.
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Work Shift: Night (United States of America)
Overview: Wellstar Paulding Hospital in Hiram, GA is seeking a Weekend Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift 7pm-7am)
**Significant Sign-On Bonus and Relocation assistance offered for qualified, experienced Respiratory Therapist**
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.
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Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with an Associate's degree and hold RRT, BLS, and ACLS certifications. A minimum of 0-2 years of clinical experience is required, including at least 6 months in critical care.
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.
