Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Central, LA

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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Registered Respiratory Therapist

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
10 hours ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
10 hours ago

Administer Respiratory Therapies: Provide oxygen therapy, nebulizations, mechanical ventilation, and other treatments to assist with breathing....

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
10 hours ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
10 hours ago

Administer Respiratory Therapies: Provide treatments such as oxygen therapy, nebulization, and mechanical ventilation, while monitoring patient progress....

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,537-1,684 per week

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
1 day ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
1 day ago

therapist, respiratory therapist, respiratory, RRT, respiratory care, allied health, allied, healthcare, health care, patient care AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID....

Respiratory Therapist

Zachary, LA (13 miles from Central, LA)
6 days ago

Zachary, LA (13 miles from Central, LA)
6 days ago

AMG Specialty Hospital - Zachary is seeking PRN Respiratory Therapists (RT) for all shift....

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care - (RRT - NICU)

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
11 days ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
11 days ago

therapist, respiratory therapist, respiratory, RRT, respiratory care, allied health, allied, healthcare, health care, patient care, neonatal intensive care, NICU RRT, NICU respiratory therapist, respiratory...

Certified Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care - (CRT - NICU)

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
11 days ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
11 days ago

therapist, respiratory therapist, CTR, rehabilitation, cardio rehabilitation, pulmonary, cardiopulmonary, allied health, healthcare, health care, allied, respiratory care, NICU, neonatal, neonatal...

Respiratory Therapist - OMCBR - Rotating weekends ($20k Sign On)

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
13 days ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
13 days ago

Certifications Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist Basic Life...

Registered Respiratory Therapist Applicant

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
14 days ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
14 days ago

Collaboration/Partnerships Administers and assesses respiratory therapy procedures (e.g., handheld nebulizers, mechanical ventilation, chest physiotherapy,, nasotracheal and tracheal suctioning), assesses...

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Rotating Weekends ($20k Sign On)

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
45+ days ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
45+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist - Baton Rouge - PRN

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
29 days ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
29 days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Flex Choice Internal Agency - Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

Collaboration and Partnership Administers and assesses respiratory therapy procedures (e.g., handheld nebulizers, mechanical ventilation, chest physiotherapy,, nasotracheal and tracheal suctioning),...

Registered Respiratory Therapist 1 Childrens Hospital Campus

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist 1 Livingston

Walker, LA (21 miles from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

Walker, LA (21 miles from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist 1 Livingston

Walker, LA (21 miles from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

Walker, LA (21 miles from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

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Registered Respiratory Therapist OLOL 1 Part Time

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
30+ days ago

Id : 36531, Title : Registered Respiratory Therapist OLOL 1 Part Time, Category : Clinical_Care, RequisitionType : General Recruiting, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...473, ExternalPostedStartDate...

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Demographic Data for Central, LA

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Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Central, LA

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Total Population

4,657,278

Number of Businesses

106,764

Respiratory Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems

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Introduction to Acute Respiratory Failure

Respiratory failure is a common clinical problem encountered by most healthcare professionals. On this three-week course from The University of Glasgow, youll expand your knowledge of the...

Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings

On this course, youll get a world-class introduction in how to diagnose and manage respiratory disease in low- and middle-income primary care settings. Explore how to treat chronic respiratory...

Title Synonyms

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Respiratory Therapy

Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Central, LA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.

Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Central, LA 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 Central, LA

Less than 1 year

47.4%

None

23.4%

1-2 years

20.2%

2-4 years

6.2%

4-6 years

2.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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