Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Georgia post a median of $36.75 an hour, the middle half $35–$41.33, across 25 jobs that state their pay. 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).
Medicare rating of Upson Regional Medical Center
Medicare gives Upson Regional Medical Center 1 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Georgia's hospitals average 2.9). 86% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare did not cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 100% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Georgia hospitals by rating.
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Medicare lists Upson Regional Medical Center as a non-profit hospital: the kind of employer PSLF counts (a government organization or a 501(c)(3) non-profit) for its own full-time staff, toward forgiveness of federal Direct Loans after 120 qualifying payments. The federal PSLF Help Tool confirms an employer by the EIN on your W-2. Every PSLF-eligible hospital hiring.
What Georgia requires of a respiratory therapist
Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) certificate, from the Georgia Composite Medical Board.
- At least 18, completed application and fees, affidavit of citizenship or lawful presence, an active NBRC RRT credential (a CRTT issued before July 1, 1999 or a CRT issued before March 15, 2020 is accepted), and not currently sanctioned (Rule 360-13-.01).
Respiratory therapist jobs and requirements in Georgia · Every state's rule
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About the job
Join a winning team!
Upson Regional Medical Center is a small hospital with a BIG heart! Our employees enjoy an environment where they can take care of patients with a high degree of quality and compassion. Patients get to experience top-notch healthcare with modern technology and a team with a focus of excellence for every patient, every time.
The Respiratory Therapist provides basic and advanced respiratory care to patients of all ages. Respiratory Therapists also perform critical care duties including, but not limited to, the initiation, management, and discontinuation of mechanical ventilation, endotracheal intubation, airway care, and attend cardioplulmonary and trauma resuscitation. The Respiratory team is a strong, talented group of healthcare professionals with a dedication to delivering the best patient care.
Requirements : High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate's degree. Graduate of an AMA acredited Respiratory Care Program, current Ga license. BLS, ACLS, and NRP certification. PALS certification required within 6 months of hire date. 0-2 years experience in an acute care facility. RRT or RRT eligible (must complete RRT in 12 months.)
From Upson Regional Medical Center's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Upson Regional Medical Center
Upson Regional Medical Center is a nonprofit hospital with an emergency department in Thomaston, GA. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, lab staff and imaging techs. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Upson Regional Medical Center
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