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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$64,358 / year median in Georgia
+10% projected growth
Job Description
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Job Ref:
3170482386
Employer:
Network Company Name:
Piedmont Healthcare Industry:
Healthcare other
Job Type:
Full Time State:
Georgia City:
Stockbridge Zip Code:
30281
Post Date:
09/07/2026
Overview:
When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch
•especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time. Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.
Responsibilities:
Supports the supervision of shift activities, and acts as the expert during his or her assigned shift. Duties include daily support of staffing and assignments, providing resource support, supporting preceptor tasks, and fulfilling assigned patient care workload. Serves as a role model and advocates a highly efficient, accountable and collaborative team environment between staff and with physicians. Delivers the highest standards of patient safety and quality of care.
Qualifications:
Education Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences Required Work Experience 2 years Clinical experience in Respiratory Therapy. If limited NICU experience, able to ramp up basic skill set (i.e., delivery support, blood gases, equipment setup) within a defined timeframe. Required Licenses and Certifications RRT
•Registered Respiratory Therapist Is a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); has and maintains a current licensure as a Respiratory Care Professional in the state of Georgia Upon Hire Required
ACLS ALS
can be used in place of ACLS Required BCLS
•Basic Life Support Required PALS
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required Business Unit :
Company Name:
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Benefits
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Dental Insurance