Registered Respiratory Therapist

At St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. And we know that our healthcare professionals deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop in their chosen disciplines.

The heart of St. Francis is in its people, making our hospital a family that only the best are invited to join. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for healthcare, we invite you to apply today.

Under general supervision, provide respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities.

Minimum Education

• Graduate of a post-secondary respiratory education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) Required

Required Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• ACLS
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) preferred

Licenses:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the State of Georgia
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State of Georgia

Minimum Work Experience:

• One (1) year of formal training/intern experience preferred