Respiratory Therapist, PRN

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT)

PRN, Days: 6:30 am-7 pm

As a Respiratory Therapist at East Georgia Regional Medical Center, you'll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our staff enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), flexible scheduling, 100% licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and up to $10,000 for student loan payments.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an Approved Respiratory Therapy Program with a Diploma or AAS Degree.

• Must be a graduate of an AMA approved certified program and have certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

• Licensed by the state of Georgia as a Respiratory Care Professional.

• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications.

• Previous hospital respiratory care is preferred.

About the Job:

• Responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitation, or diagnostic regime prescribed by a physician.

• The transcription and implementation of the written or verbal orders of a physician pertaining to the practice of respiratory care.

• Proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to respiratory care treatments and diagnostic testing.

• Recommend and implement appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities.

• Implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician.

• The ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures.

• Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery to achieve desired patient outcomes.

• Performs all other duties required.

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

East Georgia Regional Medical Center provides generations of families in the Statesboro area and surrounding communities with quality care, close to home. We are dedicated to delivering technologically advanced medical attention in a respectful, caring environment. Our medical center is equipped with 149 patient rooms, all of which are private. Our health care team consists of more than 800 employees and more than 100 physicians representing a wide range of specialties.