Respiratory Therapist

Wellstar Paulding Hospital Respiratory TherapistAt Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.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.Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:Completion of patient care, documentation and educationTeam approach to servicePromotes a team spirit and positive work environmentProvides supportive environment for students and staffPerforms patient assessment & assessment for therapyCollaborates with health care team members in planning patient careVerifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapyPerforms ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care)Performs arterial blood gas sampling & analysisEducates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peersLocation Specific: Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic TestingPromotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and chargingPromotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc.)Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality carePromotes evidence based practiceReviews the revised and new DPPsPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science. RequiredAssociate's Degree A.S. degree required RequiredBachelor's Degree Preferred0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care RequiredAbility to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases.Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.Registered Respiratory Therapist RequiredRespiratory Care Prof RequiredBasic Life Support RequiredAdvanced Cardiac Life Support RequiredJoin us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.