Registered Respiratory Therapist

167696Respiratory Therapist / RRTDivision Emory Decatur Hospital Campus Location Decatur, GA, 30033Campus LocationUS-GA-Decatur Department DEC-Cardiac Rehab Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 167696 Job Category Therapy Schedule 6:30a-7p Standard Hours 36 Hours Hourly Minimum USD $29.68/Hr. Hourly Midpoint USD $39.76/Hr. Overview Where you matter as much as the work you do Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible. Description We're seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapistto continue the growth of our Respiratory Care team at Emory University Hospital Midtown. As part of our team you will be responsible for providing respiratory care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations. You will perform routine ventilator and artificial airway treatments in critical and general care areas. You will assists physicians and perform routine and respiratory care activities as necessary. In addition to hands on patient care, Respiratory Therapists are required to accurately and completely document respiratory care by following the established charting procedure. You will select, assemble and check respiratory care equipment for proper operation and cleanliness. You will work with management to formulate plans for professional development. DAY/EVENING SHIFT- 6:45a-7:15p MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of a CoARC (Commission on Accreditation of Respiratory Care) accredited approved school required. Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) by the state of Georgia. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr