Piedmont Healthcare Inc.·Athens, Georgia
The Lead Respiratory Therapist will provide clinical respiratory care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients in a trauma center setting. This role involves executing respiratory procedures and protocols while maintaining high standards of patient safety and care.
OIN OUR TEAM AT PIEDMONT ATHENS REGIONAL HOSPITAL Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Competitive Sign-on Bonus!!! Experience the Advantages of Real Career Change Are you prepared to advance your career and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you encounter? At Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital, the proud home of the Georgia Bulldogs, we offer more than just employment-we provide a pathway to professional fulfillment and personal development, supported by cutting-edge technology. Why Choose Piedmont? Supportive Leadership Professional Growth Tuition Assistance 401K up to 6% match Earned Time Off Relocation Assistance Diverse & Collaborative Team Flexible Work Schedule Recognition Celebrations Comprehensive Wellness benefits Dayshift, Nightshift, and WEO Community Involvement Your Role as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) As an RRT at Piedmont Athens, you’ll play a pivotal role in: Patient care for over 25,000 patients yearly 427 beds Level 2 Trauma Center 32 adult ICU beds 12 adult CICU beds Level 3 Neonatal ICU (NICU-RRTs) Pediatric care RT Procedure and protocols driven .
Minimum Experience, Licensure and Certification required: 2 years Clinical experience in Respiratory Therapy. If limited NICU experience, able to ramp up basic skill set (i.e., delivery support, blood gases, equipment setup) within a defined timeframe. Required Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences Previous working experience or clinical rotations Great communication skills New Grads are Welcome with open arms! Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care Licensed by the State of Georgia Current certifications in BCLS, ACLS Business
Unit: Company Name Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital
Candidates must hold an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences and be registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience is required, along with current BCLS and ACLS certifications.
Market context
In Georgia, allied-health employers commonly seek Registered Respiratory Therapists for hospitals, emergency care, and other acute settings, so roles can be competitive when they require active state licensure and multiple life-support certifications. Candidates with an accredited respiratory care degree, Georgia RRT license, and BCLS, ACLS, and PALS are often better aligned with posted requirements. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit faster; verify your current certifications and licensure before applying.