Respiratory Therapist - Lawrenceville, GA

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve. With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials. If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™. About the Role As a Respiratory Therapist with Apria, you’ll provide essential respiratory care, equipment setup, patient education, and ongoing clinical support for patients in their homes. This role supports a region undergoing a merge of three branches, requiring coverage across Atlanta toward Athens and northern Georgia. Because of the wide territory and high windshield time, candidates who live close to the branch are strongly preferred. You will report directly to the General Manager and work closely with a collaborative team including drivers, branch coordinators, and respiratory therapists. This role is part of a very close-knit, family-like branch culture. Why This Respiratory Therapist Role Is Different At Apria, you’ll experience a unique blend of clinical autonomy, meaningful patient interaction, and supportive team collaboration. This role offers the opportunity to build lasting patient relationships through recurring home visits while working closely with a warm, tight-knit local team. Key Highlights Work Arrangement: On-site with significant travel. Coverage Area: Atlanta → Athens → Northern Georgia (multi-branch merge) Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Mileage starts from home during on-call weeks. Open to new graduates meeting certification requirements. Schedule Standard hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM On-call rotation every 3rd week. Travel required daily across multiple coverage zones Mileage reimbursement provided Travel Expectations Extensive travel; large coverage area due to branch mergers. High windshield time is expected. Must be comfortable driving long distances frequently. Salary Range $26.75 – $39.28 per hour What You’ll Do Conduct home visits to perform CPAP/BiPAP/NIV/ventilation equipment setups and follow-ups Provide patient and caregiver education on equipment use, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance Perform recurring visits with established patients Maintain accurate documentation using electronic systems (no paper processes) Respond to patient needs, clinical requests, and hospital discharge coordination Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and internal branch partners Ensure all actions meet regulatory and safety standards Required Respiratory Therapist with an active Georgia RT License. Valid driver’s license. Personal vehicle for travel (mileage reimbursed). Ability to lift 50 lbs. Strong customer service mindset and empathy. Comfort using mobile technology, navigation tools, and digital documentation. Top Attributes for Success Customer Service & Empathy – Builds trust and delivers compassionate care Flexibility & Adaptability – Handles a changing daily schedule and large coverage region Technical Aptitude – Proficient with NIVs, CPAPs, BiPAPs, PPAs, and EMR systems Effective Communication – Works seamlessly with patients, families, and care partners Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy in documentation and patient interactions Patient-Centered Approach – Provides high‑quality, supportive bedside care Why You’ll Love Working Here Supportive, close-knit, family‑like branch team. Meaningful patient relationships through recurring visits. Independence in the field with strong team collaboration. Opportunities to strengthen patient education and home‑care skills. Highly collaborative environment with cross‑functional support. Teammate Benefits As an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life’s stages. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness. Our benefits program includes: Medical, dental, and vision care coverage Paid time off plan 401(k) Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Basic life insurance Short‑and long‑term disability coverage Accident insurance Teammate Assistance Program Paid parental leave Domestic partner benefits Mental, physical, and financial well‑being programs If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status …