Respiratory Therapist Jobs in West Columbia, SC

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)

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Respiratory Therapist

  • Gilbert, SC (18 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gilbert, SC (18 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist PRN WEEKENDS- Join Encompass Health's Respiratory Care Family: A Career of Impact Are you in search of a career that resonates with your heart and community?...

Respiratory Therapist (Pool)

  • Gilbert, SC (18 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gilbert, SC (18 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist Career Opportunity Join Encompass Health's Respiratory Care Family: A Career of Impact Are you in search of a career that resonates with your heart and community?...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 7 hours ago

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

Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 16 hours ago

Respiratory Therapists perform diagnostic tests and you must collaborate with the care team to create a treatment plan....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 16 hours 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

Respiratory Therapist II

  • Elgin, SC (21 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Elgin, SC (21 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 18 hours ago

Administer respiratory therapies, including oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, chest physiotherapy, and mechanical ventilation....

Acute Care Respiratory Therapist

  • Lexington, SC (10 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (10 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 2 days ago

What Youll Be Doing: As a Respiratory Therapist, youll play a key role in patient care. Youll be monitoring ventilators, administering treatments, and conducting respiratory assessments....

Respiratory Therapist - RRT

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary Performs duties within the scope of respiratory care, to include but not limited to inpatient assessments, oxygen and routine therapy, arterial blood gases, and mechanical ventilation....

Respiratory Therapist FT Nights-Adult RT Richland

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 10 days ago

Acts independently to perform respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with the physicians order, departmental policy, and Respiratory Care guidelines or protocols....

Travel Respiratory Therapist (NICU)

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 17 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Travel Respiratory Therapist (NICU)s to fill Travel and Local Contract opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Respiratory Therapist Richland Adult RT PRN--PM shift

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 18 days ago

Accountabilities Acts independently to perform respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with the physician's order, departmental policy, and Respiratory Care guidelines...

Respiratory Therapist, Children's - Days - FT

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Accountabilities Acts independently to perform respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with the physicians order, departmental policy, and Respiratory Care guidelines...

Respiratory Therapist, Part Time, Richland

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Care Program by an accredited school No Previous Experience required Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses South Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner license Registered Respiratory Therapist...

Respiratory Therapist RRT - Acute Care - NBRC

  • Irmo, SC (15 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Irmo, SC (15 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Current RRT or CRT license required....

Demographic Data for West Columbia, SC

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in West Columbia, SC

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in West Columbia, SC 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 West Columbia, SC
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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