Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Durham, 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)

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago

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

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Durham, NC
  • 17 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 17 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
  • 19 days ago
  • Durham, 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 (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, 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 (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

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

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

Respiratory Therapist w/sign-on bonus up to $15,000

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

EOEazsaesa Licensure Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required - And Basic Life Support Required - And Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Required Education...

Respiratory Therapist, Emergency Department

  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day 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...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,833 per week

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

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

Respiratory Therapist, Reg-Pediatrics

  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, 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 Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,787 per week

  • Durham, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 2 days ago

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

Travel Respiratory Therapist II - $2,010 per week

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

improvement Teaching and counseling patients/families Contract/Temporary/Travel If You have a Passion for Respiratory Therapy, Apply Today and a Recruiter will guide you through the Process....

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,819 per week

  • Durham, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 3 days ago

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

Respiratory Therapist-WakeMed Travel Staffing- ED

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 3 days ago

EOE Licensure Certified Respiratory Therapist Required - Or Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required Education Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,218 per week

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 3 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Durham, NC

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Durham, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Durham, 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 Durham, 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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