Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

A Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assess, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and COPD. They are also essential in emergency situations, providing life-saving treatment to victims of heart attacks, stroke, drowning, or shock. Respiratory Therapists are responsible for operating and maintaining various types of respiratory equipment, including ventilators and artificial airway devices.

Respiratory Therapists should possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion, and attention to detail. An essential requirement is a certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) which includes Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials. Prior to becoming a Respiratory Therapist, a person could have roles such as a respiratory therapy technician, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a medical assistant, which offer valuable patient care experience.

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Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the NBRC Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance...

Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance....

Respiratory Therapy Respiratory Therapist

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapy-Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in San Leandro California....

Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,226 per week

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Supplemental Health Care is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in San Leandro, California....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Respiratory Therapist / R.T....

NICU/Peds Respiratory Therapist $2,650/wk Palo Alto, CA

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Experienced Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Opportunity in Palo Alto, CA (Local or Travel) Are you a skilled Respiratory Therapist with experience in pediatric care looking to work at one of Northern...

Respiratory Therapist

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Requirements: •1+ year acute care experience •At least 1+ years experience in specialty •Current RRT certification •Current RRT or CRT certificatiom, BLS is required

Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - 890662

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Location: SAN LEANDRO, CA Start Date: 05/05/2025 Shift: 3x12 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity!...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,686-1,848 per week

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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Peds Respiratory Therapist $2,566/wk Palo Alto, CA

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago

Experienced Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Opportunity in Palo Alto, CA (Local or Travel) Are you a skilled Respiratory Therapist with experience in pediatric care looking to work at one of Northern...

Respiratory Care Specialist

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Respiratory Care Specialist This position is responsible for patient set ups and educational responsibilities to teach patients and caregivers how to use and care for respiratory equipment such as CPAP...

Respiratory Care Practitioner

  • Redwood City, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Current/pending licensure by the State of California Respiratory Care Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner ( RCP)....

Respiratory Therapist Per Diem Nights

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

As a Respiratory Therapist you will: Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, patient...

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Long-term Acute Care - (RRT - Acute)

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago

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Respiratory Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Acute Respiratory Failure
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Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings
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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Palo Alto, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.7%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.3%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Respiratory Therapists in Palo Alto, CA
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
23.4%
1-2 years
20.2%
2-4 years
6.2%
4-6 years
2.8%



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