Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Weekends

Company: WellStar Health System
Location: Marietta
Posted on: September 4, 2020

Job Description:

OverviewAt Wellstar, we all share common goals. That's what makes us so successful - and such an integral part of our communities. We want the same things, for our organization, for our patients, and for our colleagues. As the most integrated healthcare provider in Georgia, this means we pride ourselves on investing in the communities that we serve. We continue to provide innovative care models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare.ResponsibilitiesKennestone Regional Medical Center, Level II Trauma, has the busiest Emergency Room in the state and we are expanding! We will have one of the five largest Emergency Rooms in the nation with 130 beds!If you are looking for an exciting change in your career as an Experienced and professional Registered Respiratory Therapist apply NOW! Our Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) play an integral role in providing excellent care to our patients. They are responsible for implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge and experience, delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem patient care situations, patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities, providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of age specific needs.Sign on bonus and Relocation may be available!QualificationsRequired Minimum Education: Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC orCAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science (B.S. degree preferred).Required Minimum Licensure: NBRC credential as an advanced level RRT Respiratory Care Professional andholds an active GA Respiratory Care Professional License.Required Minimum Experience: NRP/PALS preferred; WHH-LTAC requires 3yrs experience of ventilatormanagement, 5yrs preferredRequired Minimum Skills: Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain workingrelations with physicians and other health care personnel, and computer skills including familiarity withdatabases. Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.

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