Registered Respiratory Therapist -DME - Atlanta, GA
How this pay compares
This posting states $34–$36 an hour. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Georgia post a median of $41.65 an hour, the middle half $36.66–$43.88, across 6 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Respiratory therapists employed in Georgia earn a median of $40.24 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
About the job
Our Mission: To revolutionize the way homecare is delivered - one patient at a time.
As a Registered Respiratory Therapist at Aveanna, you’ll play a vital role in our Respiratory Care Department, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in the home setting. You’ll serve as both a clinical expert and a trusted partner to patients and their families - assessing needs, providing education, and supporting long-term respiratory health with compassion and professionalism.
If you’re motivated by the chance to help build something meaningful while making a direct difference in patients’ lives, this role is for you. Whether you’re experienced in homecare or transitioning into it, you’ll be supported with the training, tools, and resources needed to succeed.
Why Join Us?
- Starting pay: $34.00-$36.00/HR
- Hybrid Schedule (Charting, scheduling, and data entry is all done from home)
- Monday - Friday: 8-5pm EST
- Full Benefits Package (Sick Time, Vacation, 401K, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)
- 6 Paid Holidays
- 2 Bonus Days (“Fun Day” and “Inclusion Day”)
- Meaningful, patient-centered work in the home setting
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Equipment Provided
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- The ability to build strong, lasting relationships with patients
The Right Fit Is
- Compassionate and patient-focused with strong bedside manner
- Organized and able to manage multiple patient needs and schedules
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accurate documentation and compliance
- Comfortable traveling to our patients and educating them and their families on respiratory treatments and equipment
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing healthcare environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond to patient concerns professionally
A Day in the Life
- Provide direct patient care, including assessment and management of home respiratory patients
- Educate patients and caregivers on respiratory equipment and treatment plans
- Manage and support respiratory therapies such as oxygen, PAP devices, nebulizers, inhalers, and mechanical ventilation
- Monitor patient progress and communicate updates with the care team
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care and services
- Review and follow physician orders to ensure proper treatment and device settings
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory, company, and accrediting agency standards
- Respond to patient and customer service concerns with professionalism and empathy
- Collaborate with internal teams to support patient onboarding and ongoing care
Position Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care (required)
- Minimum of 1 year of in-home DME experience (preferred)
- RRT credential (preferred)
From Aveanna Healthcare's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Aveanna Healthcare
Aveanna Healthcare provides private duty nursing, home health, hospice and therapy for children and adults at home, from Atlanta, Georgia.
Based in Atlanta, GAHires in 40 statesPay on its listings: 82.2% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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