Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

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)

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 13 days ago

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

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 16 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...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 19 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...

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Respiratory Therapy

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 7 days ago

Accountable Healthcare Staffing has immediate openings for dedicated and skilled Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (NICU/PICU RRT) in Chapel Hill, NC....

Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, PICU

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 day ago

Administer respiratory therapies such as mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, or aerosol medications as prescribed by physicians....

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Contract - $2,149 per week. Job in Durham Gr8Jobs

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 16 hours ago

Therapy, Apply Today and a Recruiter will guide you through the Process....

Respiratory Therapist, Emergency Department

  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 19 hours ago

Overview The Respiratory Therapist in the Respiratory Care Services department encompasses responsibility for administering respiratory care within the scope their scope of practice under a physician's...

Respiratory Therapist, Reg-Pediatrics

  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 1 day ago

EOE Licensure Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required - And Basic Life Support Required Education Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required Experience...

Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,160 per week

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 2 days ago

Sharp Medical Staffing is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in chapel hill, North Carolina....

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,819 per week

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 2 days ago

American Medical Staffing is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Durham, North Carolina....

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist -....

Respiratory Therapist / Days / $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications Minimum requirements: Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent....

Respiratory Therapist / PRN Nights

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications Minimum requirements: Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent....

Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Must have a valid respiratory therapy license in the state where they will be practicing, hold a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential, and have BLS certification....

Respiratory Therapy Respiratory Therapist

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapy-Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Durham North Carolina....

Demographic Data for Chapel Hill, NC

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Chapel Hill, NC 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 Chapel Hill, NC
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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