Respiratory Therapist

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our patient-centered, community-focused care team. In this role, you will assess, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary disorders across inpatient and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests, managing ventilators, administering respiratory medications and therapies, educating patients and families, and collaborating with physicians and nurses. Wellstar offers a supportive, collaborative culture with opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and participation in clinical innovation initiatives. Assess and monitor patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions Administer respiratory treatments, medications, and therapies per provider orders Set up, manage, and troubleshoot mechanical ventilators and oxygen delivery systems Perform and interpret arterial blood gases and basic pulmonary function tests Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the EMR accurately and timely Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, equipment, and home care Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams on care plans Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory standards for respiratory care Respond to respiratory emergencies, including rapid response and codes Participate in quality improvement, continuing education, and clinical innovation initiatives Respiratory therapy procedures Ventilator management Arterial blood gas analysis Pulmonary function testing Patient assessment Airway management Nebulizer and oxygen therapy Electronic medical records (EMR) Infection control Patient and family education Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential Active state respiratory care license (GA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred