Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Mississippi

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)

  • Jackson, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 7 days ago

. _______________________________________________________ Respiratory Therapy - Neonatal Position: Respiratory Therapy Specialty: Neonatal Lic/Certs: BLS, PALS 13 week Neonatal Respiratory Therapy travel...

Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • Natchez, MS
  • moments ago
  • Natchez, MS
  • moments ago

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

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Natchez, MS
  • moments ago
  • Natchez, MS
  • moments 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...

Travel Respiratory Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Natchez, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Natchez, MS
  • 8 days ago

The Gifted Healthcare Experience Gifted Healthcare is an award-winning travel nursing agency that offers nursing contracts at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. Gifted...

Therapist-Respiratory Registered PRN

  • Yazoo City, MS
  • 4 hours ago
  • Yazoo City, MS
  • 4 hours ago

Therapist-Respiratory Registered PRN Job ID: 31121 Job Category: Respiratory Care Services Work Schedule: Rotating Department: Respiratory Therapy Facility: BMH Yazoo Hospital Location: Yazoo City,...

Registered Respiratory Therapist 1 - PRN Premium

  • Jackson, MS
  • 5 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 5 hours ago

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

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,310 per week

  • Natchez, MS
  • 7 hours ago
  • Natchez, MS
  • 7 hours ago

Stability Healthcare is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Natchez, Mississippi....

Respiratory Therapist, Nights

  • Jackson, MS
  • 9 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 9 hours ago

Respiratory Therapist Location: Merit Health Central Position Type: Full-Time Nights Job Summary The Respiratory Therapist - CRT administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,440 per week

  • Natchez, MS
  • 23 hours ago
  • Natchez, MS
  • 23 hours ago

Travel Nurses, Inc. is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Natchez, Mississippi....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,755 per week

  • Natchez, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Natchez, MS
  • 1 day ago

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions CHS is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Natchez, Mississippi....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,110 per week

  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago

Nightingale Nurses is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Jackson, Mississippi....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,351 per week

  • Natchez, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Natchez, MS
  • 1 day ago

Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Duration: 13 weeks 13 weeks 36 hours per week 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights...

Respiratory Therapist, Nights

  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago

Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago

Respiratory Therapist Estimated Gross Weekly Wage $1921 Location Jackson, MS Shift 12H Days 12 HR DAYS Start Date 04/07/2025 Assignment Length 13 weeks Job Type Travel Job ID 860880 Step 1/2 Minimum...

Respiratory Therapist - Certified Respiratory Therapist

  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago

* + Graduate from an AMA approved Respiratory Care program + Must have 1 year of true pediatric experience. + Must have level IV NICU and Level I PICU experience. + Previous children's hospital experience...

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Mississippi

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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