Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Columbia, CT

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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Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Middletown, CT (20 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (20 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Description Job Schedule: Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Job Shift: Shift 3 Shift Details: night shift Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to...

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • New Britain, CT (24 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Britain, CT (24 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 9 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Respiratory Therapist RRT - Respiratory Care

  • Haddam, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Haddam, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 14 days ago

The Respiratory Care Practitioner administers respiratory therapy to assist, control and/or improve patients' breathing....

Respiratory Therapist - Pay Incentives Available

  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 19 days ago

Valid State of Connecticut Respiratory Care Practitioner license Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) granted by The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) prior to Orientation BLS /ACLS Certified...

Respiratory Therapist - New Grad Opportunity

  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 25 days ago

Valid State of Connecticut Respiratory Care Practitioner license Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) granted by The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) prior to Orientation BLS /ACLS Certified...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,526 per week

  • New Britain, CT (24 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Britain, CT (24 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Soliant Health is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in New Britain, Connecticut....

Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

  • Cromwell, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,100 per week

  • Vernon, CT (13 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Vernon, CT (13 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 6 days ago

LRS Healthcare - Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Vernon, Connecticut....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Manchester, CT (12 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Manchester, CT (12 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 7 days ago

The candidate must hold the credential of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care and a current license from the State...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,257 per week

  • New Britain, CT (24 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Britain, CT (24 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Employment Type: Travel Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: 03/24/2025 03/24/2025...

Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Vernon, CT (13 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Vernon, CT (13 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 10 days ago

from an AMA approved Respiratory Care program 2 years experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a hospital setting Current Registered Respiratory Therapist ( RRT) licensure in applicable state (CT)...

Respiratory Therapist CRT / RRT - FT Days

  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 15 days ago

of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department at Saint Mary's Hospital What you will do The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered...

Travel Respiratory Therapist (742891)

  • Manchester, CT (12 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 21 days ago
  • Manchester, CT (12 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 21 days ago

Travel - Respiratory Therapist Location: Manchester, CT, United States Start date: 03-24-2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not required...

Respiratory Therapist

  • Windsor, CT (21 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 26 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (21 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 26 days ago

Valid State of Connecticut Respiratory Care Practitioner license. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) granted by The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) prior to Orientation....

Respiratory Therapist CRT / RRT - FT Nights

  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Columbia, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department at Saint Mary's Hospital What you will do The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered...

Demographic Data for Columbia, CT

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Columbia, CT

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Columbia, CT 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 Columbia, CT
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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