Registered Respiratory Therapist - Fulltime - Nights - W.E.S.T. Float Team - (Augusta, GA and Columbia County, GA)
Company: Wellstar Health System
Location: Augusta
Posted on: March 3, 2026
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Job Description:
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 Night (United States of
America) This position will float between Augusta, GA (WMCG) and
Columbia County, GA 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. 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. Core Responsibilities: - Customer Service: Ensure
thorough patient assessments, documentation, and education while
promoting a positive team environment. - Quality Patient Care:
Administer therapies, manage ventilators, perform assessments, and
provide specialized care, including assisting in invasive
procedures. - Safety: Maintain high patient safety standards and
participate in quality improvement initiatives. Requirements:
Education: - Graduate of an AMA-approved program in Respiratory
Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Sciences; required. - Bachelor's degree
preferred. Licenses/Certifications: - Basic Life Support (BLS) from
AHA Required - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Required -
Additional certifications (e.g., NRP, PALS) preferred. Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of current RRT experience required in a
hospital environment required. Skills - Strong communication and
critical thinking abilities. - Excellent relationship-building
skills with healthcare professionals. - Proficient in computer use
and familiar with healthcare databases. 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.
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