Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Shelby, 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 - $1,429 per week

  • Shelby, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelby, NC
  • 1 day ago

hours per week 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Travel We are seeking a Respiratory Therapy-Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Shelby...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,980 per week

  • Shelby, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Shelby, NC
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Travel Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: 04/21/2025 04/21/2025...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,508 per week

  • Shelby, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Shelby, NC
  • 3 days ago

Employment Type: Travel Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Allied Health Professional Start Date: 04/28/2025 04/28/2025...

Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Shelby, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Shelby, NC
  • 7 days ago

Requirements: •1+ year acute care experience •At least 1+ years experience in specialty •Current RRT certification •Current RRT or CRT certificatiom, BLS is required

Voca Healthcare is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Shelby, North Carolina....

Premier Medical Staffing Services is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Shelby, North Carolina....

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Marion, NC (23 miles from Shelby, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Marion, NC (23 miles from Shelby, NC)
  • 11 days ago

You will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation. You will monitor patient for therapeutic response....

Certified Respiratory Therapist - CRT

  • Shelby, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Shelby, NC
  • 11 days ago

Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the NBRC Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance...

Respiratory Therapy Respiratory Therapist

  • Shelby, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Shelby, NC
  • 12 days ago

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

Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina....

Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina....

Registered Respiratory Therapist I, Atrium Health Cleveland, PRN

  • Shelby, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Shelby, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina....

Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Marion, NC (23 miles from Shelby, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Marion, NC (23 miles from Shelby, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

You will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation. You will monitor patient for therapeutic response....

Demographic Data for Shelby, NC

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Shelby, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Shelby, 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 Shelby, 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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