Full-time Respiratory Therapist ( RT )
Company: A G Rhodes Health & Rehab
Location: Marietta
Posted on: April 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Are you looking for a Meaningful and Fulfilling Career? A.G.
Rhodes is currently hiring a Full-time Respiratory Therapist ( RT )
at our Cobb community, and we would love the opportunity to work
with you We are proud to be one of the few Non-profit organizations
in Georgia and ranked as one of America's Best Nursing Homes for
2026 by Newsweek. We strive to make sure you have the best
experience possible. Our culture at A.G. Rhodes is Inclusive ,
Compassionate , Innovative and Mission-Driven . If you are looking
for an excellent Health Care opportunity, please consider applying
for our Full-time Respiratory Therapist ( RT ) position. This
position is Full-time, 12 hour shifts. Benefits: At AG Rhodes we
fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable
resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types
of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new
heights in your career. We provide: * 10 Paid Holidays per year *
Generous PTO plans * Matching 403b Retirement Plan * Robust
Wellness & Rewards program * Company paid Life & STD Insurance *
Scholarship Programs * 80% Company-Paid Health Insurance premiums *
Discounted Employee Meal program * Family-focused benefits *
Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs Minimum
Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy
program * Georgia Respiratory Care Professional License in good
standing * CPR Certification * Two years of experience in Skilled
Nursing community preferred Equal Opportunity Statement: A.G.
Rhodes is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to
creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that values and respects
all individuals. Employment decisions are based on merit,
qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment
opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic
protected by law. A.G. Rhodes welcomes and encourages applications
from people of all backgrounds, and we strive to ensure that our
employees reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
SUMMARY: The primary purpose of the Respiratory Therapist (RT) is
to provide direct respiratory care to elders and collaborate with
the clinical team in accordance with current federal, state, and
local regulations and A.G. Rhodes policies and procedures. The RT
performs assessments, provides treatments, manages respiratory
equipment, and educates elders, families and staff to promote
health, safety, dignity, and comfort. A Georgia Respiratory Care
Professional License and current CPR certification are required.
This position reports to the Director of Respiratory Therapy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other
duties may be assigned as needed. 1. Performs comprehensive
respiratory assessments (breath sounds, oxygenation, ventilation,
work of breathing) and documents findings. 2. Observes, evaluates,
documents, and promptly reports changes in an elder's respiratory
status. 3. Administers ordered respiratory therapies including
nebulizer treatments, oxygen therapy, inhaled medications, chest
physiotherapy, and suctioning. 4. Provides tracheostomy care and
airway management, including cleaning, suctioning, stoma care, and
emergency decannulation protocols as applicable. 5. Sets up,
manages, and monitors respiratory equipment (oxygen systems,
CPAP/BiPAP, humidification, and ventilatory support if applicable).
6. Ensures accurate and timely documentation to reflect respiratory
interventions and education of elders/families. 7. Responds to
respiratory emergencies; initiates interventions within scope and
follows facility emergency protocols. 8. Participates in admission,
discharge, and transfer processes; completes respiratory
assessments and recommends equipment and education needs. 9. Checks
and maintains respiratory equipment; ensures availability,
cleanliness, and proper functioning; follows infection prevention
standards. 10. Educates elders, families, and staff on respiratory
conditions, device use, oxygen safety, and disease self?management.
11. Demonstrates a positive, person?directed approach; adapts care
schedules to meet individual preferences and needs. 12.
Collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, rehab,
social services, and dietitians to develop and implement care
plans. 13. Supports nursing partners by reinforcing
respiratory?related competencies and recognizing early changes in
condition. 14. Completes initial respiratory assessments for new
admissions and updates care plans as needed. 15. Assists in the
implementation of the community's Quality Assurance and Performance
Improvement (QAPI) activities for respiratory care. 16.
Participates in community surveys/inspections by authorized
agencies as requested. 17. Conducts rounds to identify coaching
opportunities; educates and advises staff to ensure adherence to
policies and procedures. 18. Addresses elder and family
questions/concerns and proactively resolves problems. 19. Assists
with onboarding, training, and monitoring of Nursing team members
in respiratory?related tasks. 20. Greets newly admitted elders;
ensures a welcoming experience and excellent customer service. 21.
Acts as a professional role model aligned with A.G. Rhodes' mission
and values. 22. Performs daily respiratory rounds to support
physical and emotional well?being. 23. Makes rounds with providers
as needed and ensures timely documentation and order processing.
24. Reviews notes to ensure they are informative, descriptive of
care provided, and reflective of the elder's response. 25. Reports
medication and treatment variances per policy and collaborates on
corrective actions. 26. Adapts to frequent changes and
interruptions; able to manage competing priorities and unexpected
events. 27. Exhibits excellent customer service and respectfulness
toward elders, families, visitors, vendors, and coworkers. 28.
Works beyond normal hours and on weekends/holidays as necessary.
29. Demonstrates emotional stability and the ability to handle
stressful or emergency situations. 30. Exhibits flexibility and
willingness to assist all departments to meet community needs. A.G.
RHODES CORE STANDARDS: Customer Service: Works diligently to
accomplish our Mission and ensures that all elders, families,
coworkers and vendors receive excellent customer service.
Attendance: Is consistently at work; ensures work responsibilities
are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on
time. Communication: Maintains open lines of communication with
coworkers and supervisors. Reports incidents timely and according
to guidelines. Team Work: Promotes and supports team work of all
departments. Has willingness to help others and maintains a
positive attitude. Respects and supports coworkers. Education:
Attends ongoing education on a regular basis, ensuring all CEU and
in?service hour requirements are met. Pursues training and
development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge
and skills; shares expertise with others. Confidentiality: Follows
all HIPAA regulations and works to ensure information/PHI is kept
confidential for elders. LANGUAGE SKILLS : Must be able to read,
write, speak, understand and communicate in the English language.
Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and
grammar; able to read and interpret written information. Excellent
communication and education skills with elders, families, and
staff. LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS: Current Georgia
Respiratory Care Professional License in good standing. CPR/First
Aid certification required. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
credential preferred. PI7646844854ec-29400-39921802
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