Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs in Louisiana
Registered Respiratory Therapist assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Being a Registered Respiratory Therapist also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Additionally, Registered Respiratory Therapist assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians. Requires an associate degree. Requires Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. Requires State License to Practice. Typically reports to a manager. Registered Respiratory Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs
- Cross Country Healthcare
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Alexandria, LA
FULL_TIME
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Job Description
As a registered respiratory therapist, you will provide care for patients who have lung diseases and breathing disorders. Working in a hospital, outpatient center, home health, nursing facility, private practice or other healthcare facility, you'll evaluate patients, take samples, manage equipment and provide treatment. You'll help patients who have cardiac and pulmonary diseases such as bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, and cystic fibrosis.
Minimum Requirements
- At least 1 year of recent experience as a registered respiratory therapist
- NBRC Certification
- BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS Certifications (AHA)
- Current state license
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel allied job with Cross Country include:- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
- 1 Month Ago
- Ochsner LSU
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Monroe, LA
FULL_TIME
- We're about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Partnering with the LSU School of Medicine, our goal is to provide high-quality patient care within a setting that...
- 26 Days Ago
- Ochsner Health
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Lafayette, LA
FULL_TIME
- We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every re...
- 1 Month Ago
- Ochsner Health
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Kaplan, LA
FULL_TIME
- We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every re...
- 26 Days Ago
- HealthCare Support
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Alexandria, LA
CONTRACTOR
- Registered Respiratory TherapistHealthCare Support is actively seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week contract located in ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana.Benefits of this Registered Respirator...
- 27 Days Ago
- Ochsner LSU
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Monroe, LA
FULL_TIME
- We're about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Partnering with the LSU School of Medicine, our goal is to provide high-quality patient care within a setting that...
- 26 Days Ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs at Popular Companies
- Bluebird Staffing
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Yuma, AZ
- Bluebird Staffing is hiring for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in sunny Yuma, AZ! Minimum Requirements: Associate De...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Regional One Health
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Memphis, TN
- Respiratory Therapist-Registered- RRT A Brief Overview Provides respiratory care therapy and treatments to patients, wit...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Middlesex Health
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Middletown, CT
- Registered Respiratory Therapist Hours: Full-Time/36 Hours Shift Details: Nights - 3rd Shift The Smarter Choice for your...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Blessing Hospital
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Quincy, IL
- STARTING RATE WITHOUT EXPERIENCE FOR RRT: $26.21 + $3.00 SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL IF APPLICABLE ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO A $25,000 S...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Giacare Inc
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Fort Belvoir, VA
- Job Description Job Description Respiratory Therapist Qualifications: Degree/Education: Completion of a 2-year course of...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- NCG Associates
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Olathe, KS
- NCG Associates is a trusted healthcare staffing agency renowned for providing top-quality professionals to medical facil...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Bluebird Staffing
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Yuma, AZ
- Summary The Registered Respiratory Therapist I assumes clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities. The ...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Ascension Health
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Destin, FL
- **Details** + **Department: Respiratory Therapy** + **Schedule: Part time 24 hours weekly** + **Hospital: Ascension Sacr...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM