Respiratory Care Practitioner

Emory • Atlanta, GA

14h

About The Position

We're seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner to continue the growth of our Respiratory Care team at Emory University Hospital. 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• providing respiratory care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations
• perform routine ventilator and artificial airway treatments in critical and general care areas
• assists physicians and perform routine and respiratory care activities as necessary
• accurately and completely document respiratory care by following the established charting procedure
• select, assemble and check respiratory care equipment for proper operation and cleanliness
• work with management to formulate plans for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees