Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics - RRT-NICU @ Piedmont Newton Hospital

<p><strong>Allied Position Job Notes:</strong></p> <p>Travel or Local Allied Healthcare Professional needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available</p> <p><strong>Opportunity:</strong></p><p>Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist</p><p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p><p>• Must have ability to work in all critical care areas including NICU, adult ICU, ED & basic floor therapy<br>• Every other weekend schedule required<br>• No call responsibilities<br>• Float within facility/scope of practice as needed<br>• Minimum 1 year of experience required - unit accepts first time travelers<br>• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, PALS, RRT<br>• Epic charting system experience required<br>• Community hospital experience required<br>• Trauma Level I and II experience preferred<br>• Georgia or Compact license must be in hand at time of submittal<br>• Holiday work required: if 1-2 major holidays fall during assignment, must work all; if 3 major holidays fall during assignment, must work 2 of them<br>• Must be available to submit core items and complete/schedule labs within 48 hours of signing contract<br>• 12 hours of orientation required<br>• Maximum 7 days RTO allowed<br>• Clinical screening required to determine clinical fit<br>• Serve patients of all age groups: neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics<br>• Work with 85 daily census in 103-bed facility<br>• Interdisciplinary support includes Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Interpretation Services, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, and Unit Secretary</p><p><strong>Facility:</strong></p><p>This healthcare facility is a 103-bed community hospital that provides comprehensive respiratory therapy services across multiple critical care areas. The facility features advanced respiratory care capabilities with full interdisciplinary support services and maintains Epic charting systems. The organization emphasizes quality patient care across all age groups and offers trauma-level services, making it an excellent environment for respiratory therapists to develop diverse clinical skills.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong></p><p>Covington, GA</p><p>Covington offers a charming small-town atmosphere just 40 minutes east of Atlanta, providing easy access to big-city amenities while maintaining a peaceful, community-focused lifestyle. The area is known for its historic downtown square, beautiful antebellum architecture, and serves as a popular filming location, offering healthcare professionals an ideal balance of southern charm and metropolitan convenience.</p>