Piedmont Healthcare Inc.·Atlanta, Georgia
Performs patient assessments, general respiratory care protocols, and critical care procedures in adult care areas. Manages respiratory equipment and provides patient education while maintaining blood gas analysis standards.
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Required Hours: Full time 7pm-7am
JOB PURPOSE:Performs patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols, critical care procedures in adult care areas, blood gas analysis, maintenance and management of all equipment and patient education.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy. Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy. MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Licensed by the State of Georgia under the Composite State Board of Medical Examiners.BLS, ACLS (ALS can be used in place of ACLS) and PALS required. Business
Unit: Company Name Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Requires an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy and credentialing as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Must hold active BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications and be licensed by the State of Georgia.
Market context
In Georgia, respiratory therapist openings are typically driven by hospital and acute-care staffing needs, especially for candidates with current state licensure and CPR certification. These roles can be competitive when employers prefer ACLS and prior hospital experience, so matching your clinical background to the unit setting matters. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and highlight any ICU, ER, or inpatient experience in your application.