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Piedmont Healthcare

Respiratory Therapist. Job in Athens Gr8Jobs

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Piedmont Healthcare seeks a compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver high-quality respiratory care across our hospital network. In this role, you will assess, treat, and manage patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary disorders, perform diagnostic tests, administer therapies, and support ventilator management. You'll collaborate closely with physicians and nurses in a patient-centered, multidisciplinary environment that values respect, innovation, and teamwork. Piedmont offers extensive training, professional development, and advancement opportunities within a supportive, inclusive culture focused on excellent patient outcomes. Responsibilities Assess, plan, and deliver respiratory care for patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, chest physiotherapy, and other respiratory treatments Set up, manage, and troubleshoot invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation Perform and interpret basic respiratory diagnostics such as spirometry and bedside pulmonary function tests Respond to respiratory emergencies, including code situations and rapid response calls Monitor patient responses, adjust care plans, and document treatments accurately in the electronic health record Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, equipment use, and self-care strategies Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes Follow infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards in all clinical activities Participate in ongoing training, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives Required Skills Mechanical ventilation management Arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation Oxygen therapy and aerosolized medication delivery Non-invasive ventilation (Bi
PAP/CPAP
) Pulmonary function and bedside spirometry testing Airway management and suctioning Respiratory emergency and code response Use of respiratory therapy equipment and monitoring devices Electronic health record (EHR) documentation Patient and family respiratory care education

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  • Professional Development