Respiratory Therapist in Austell, Georgia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Austell, GA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,605/Per Week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 6, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $44.58
- Weekly
- $1,605
- Yearly (full-time)
- $83,460
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $44.58/hour — 11% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Georgia ($40.24/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Georgia right now
- 91 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Georgia from 7 agencies, 5 of them in Austell.
- Pay in these listings: $32.86 – $61.69/hour, median $44.37/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Georgia: $40.24/hour ($83,699/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($45.28/hour across 7 jobs).
Job description
Join a critical care team as a Respiratory Therapist II on a 13-week contract working primarily in intensive and complex care settings. This role involves managing ventilators, performing arterial blood gas sampling, and providing advanced respiratory therapies for patients with multiple health challenges. The shift is overnight, with 12-hour nights scheduled from 6:30 pm to 7:00 am, including one weekend per schedule. Expect a mix of independent decision-making, patient education, and collaboration with healthcare professionals in a fast-paced environment. This assignment offers the chance to sharpen your skills in a high-acuity setting while supporting patients through some of their most vulnerable moments.
Weather:
The climate around this time typically features mild to warm temperatures, with a comfortable balance of sunshine and occasional refreshing rain. It’s ideal weather for outdoor activities and exploring the local scenery without the extremes of colder or hotter seasons.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historical tours exploring local landmarks
- Day trip to nearby scenic parks and nature reserves
- visits to local museums and cultural institutions
- Weekend excursions to regional vineyards or wineries
- Hiking or biking along scenic trails within a short drive
Job Specifics:
Location: Austell, GA
Shift: 12-hour nights (6:30 pm - 7:00 am)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
Hourly Gross Pay: $1,604.53
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