(Advanced) Respiratory Therapist

Company: MCG Health System
Location: Augusta
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

(Advanced) Respiratory Therapist
Work Location: Augusta University Medical Center
Req Number: 28787
Department Name: Respiratory Care
Shift: Multiple
Position Status: Multiple
Employment Status: Regular
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Position Description
*This position posting is designed to generate a ready pool of regular candidates. The candidates applying for this posting will be considered for vacant positions that are not visible on the posting. Please ensure you have noted all your requirements for this position on your resume and you will be considered for current positions and positions that are available in the near future with this job title. At AU Medical Center, we pride ourselves on hiring the very best employees. This job posting has been created to collect applications and resumes for those that are interested in applying to any current or future openings. In the event that your background meets the listed requirements for this position, a recruiter will transfer your application and resume to an active open position. * It is the primary responsibility of the Registered Respiratory Therapist to administer all forms of Respiratory Care to patients in accordance with physician orders and most recent clinical standards. Such care will include oxygen therapy, administration of therapeutic aerosols, pulmonary clearance techniques, arterial blood gas draws with interpretation, basic spirometry, mechanical ventilation, emergency life support procedures and airway maintenance. the therapist will also be expected to function as a work group leader and a team leader in the absence of the lead therapist and to work with patients, families and other health care professionals in a manner that supports institutional and departmental mission, vision and values
Position Requirements
Associates Degree in Respiratory Care and current Georgia Respiratory Care Professional Licensure or new graduate CRT with GA license and must complete RRT credential within 12 months of graduation. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS).
Preferred Requirements
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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