Respiratory Therapist Jobs in New Mexico

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)

  • Silver City, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Silver City, NM
  • 4 days ago

. _______________________________________________________ Respiratory Therapy - Neurology Position: Respiratory Therapy Specialty: Neurology 13 week Neurology Respiratory Therapy travel assignment Client...

Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • Deming, NM
  • moments ago
  • Deming, NM
  • moments ago

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

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 5 days ago

What qualifications you will need: Basic Cardiac Life Support RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP) Associate Degree Licensed Respiratory Therapist, or State Registered Respiratory Therapist...

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 15 days ago

Come join our team as a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT. We care for our community!...

Registered Respiratory Therapist Transport PRN

  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 8 days ago

Performs arterial blood gas sampling and analyses and communicates critical values immediately per department policy b. Performs beside spirometry and accurately records results c....

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 45+ days ago

We are looking for a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist like you to be a part of our team....

Registered Respiratory Therapist Part Time

  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 60+ days ago

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Graduate of COARC approved courses in Respiratory Therapy Associate of Applied Science Degree PREFERRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE...

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

Interpret arterial blood gas and electrolyte results * PROVIDE - Provide recommendations for therapy and appropriate ventilation based on lab results * PERFORM - Perform simple bedside pulmonary function...

Registered Respiratory Therapist / RRT

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 days ago

Administers, monitors and records medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians including, but not limited to, setting up and maintaining patient ventilation, and performing arterial blood gas...

RRT / Registered Respiratory Therapist Other in ALBUQUERQUE, NM

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 hours ago

Hospital license 2+ years of Registered Respiratory Therapist experience This position begins on 05/19/2025 and ends on 08/18/2025 Benefits include: Major Medical Dental/Vision Insurance Pet Insurance...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,183 per week

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 9 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 9 hours ago

OneStaff Medical is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico....

Supervisory Respiratory Therapist-ESEP/MP

  • Shiprock, NM
  • 9 hours ago
  • Shiprock, NM
  • 9 hours ago

and DPAP/BiPAP equipment; Experience in all modalities of respiratory care and equipment, including but not limited to, ventilators (neonatal-adult), CPAP/BiPAP equipment, blood gas analyzers, percussors...

Supervisory Respiratory Therapist - DE

  • Shiprock, NM
  • 9 hours ago
  • Shiprock, NM
  • 9 hours ago

and DPAP/BiPAP equipment; Experience in all modalities of respiratory care and equipment, including but not limited to, ventilators (neonatal-adult), CPAP/BiPAP equipment, blood gas analyzers, percussors...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,560 per week

  • Deming, NM
  • 10 hours ago
  • Deming, NM
  • 10 hours ago

Travel Nurses, Inc. is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Deming, New Mexico....

Supervisory Respiratory Therapist - DE

  • Shiprock, NM
  • 12 hours ago
  • Shiprock, NM
  • 12 hours ago

Supervisory Respirory Therapist - DE Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service Navajo Area Indian Health Services Summary This position is loced in the Division of Clinical...

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in New Mexico

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in New Mexico 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 New Mexico
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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