Respiratory Therapist (Registered) - Fulltime - Nights - W.E.S.T. Float Team

Wellstar Health System

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About The Position

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At 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. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Join Our W.E.S.T. Float Team at WellStar! Are you ready to make a difference? Join the WellStar Enterprise Support Team (W.E.S.T.) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in our Float Pool! This exciting opportunity allows you to work across various units based on staffing needs, utilizing your unique skills to provide exceptional patient care wherever you’re needed most. Why Join Us? As a member of the Float Pool, you'll: Impact Lives: Play a vital role in delivering high-quality care across the WellStar network. Diverse Experience: Float to different units, expanding your clinical expertise and gaining valuable experience. Supportive Environment: Work collaboratively with a dynamic team committed to excellence. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at WellStar, you'll provide critical respiratory care and education under the guidance of the RC Manager/Director. Your responsibilities include: Delivering comprehensive patient care in complex situations, primarily in critical care settings. Educating patients and their families while mentoring new staff and students. Collaborating with healthcare teams to plan and implement effective care strategies. Join 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. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care. Mission, Vision & Values At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time. OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA-approved program in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Sciences; required.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA Required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Required
• Minimum of 3+ years of current RT experience required in a hospital environment required.
• Strong communication and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with healthcare professionals.
• Proficient in computer use and familiar with healthcare databases.

Nice To Haves

• Additional certifications (e.g., NRP, PALS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivering comprehensive patient care in complex situations, primarily in critical care settings.
• Educating patients and their families while mentoring new staff and students.
• Collaborating with healthcare teams to plan and implement effective care strategies.
• Ensure thorough patient assessments, documentation, and education while promoting a positive team environment.
• Administer therapies, manage ventilators, perform assessments, and provide specialized care, including assisting in invasive procedures.
• Maintain high patient safety standards and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees