Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Alabama

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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Respiratory Therapist

  • Fairfield, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, AL
  • 1 day 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?...

Respiratory Therapist Supervisor- University Hospital

  • Mobile, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, current licensure with the Alabama Board of Respiratory Therapists and registered with the...

Respiratory Therapist Hospital-Based

  • Laceys Spring, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Laceys Spring, AL
  • 2 days ago

Your duties will include administering respiratory therapies, performing diagnostic tests, managing ventilators, and collaborating with physicians to create personalized treatment plans....

Night Shift Respiratory Therapist

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago

We are currently seeking a Night Shift Registered/Certified Respiratory Therapist for the Arlington Rehabilitation & HealthCare Center, in Birmingham, AL....

Lead Respiratory Therapist

  • Elkmont, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Elkmont, AL
  • 3 days ago

Conduct Diagnostic Testing: Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gases (ABG), pulmonary function tests, and other evaluations to guide patient treatment plans....

Respiratory Therapist - $10K Sign On Bonus

  • Dothan, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 3 days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Current Alabama License. Must have BCLS within six (6) months of employment date....

PRN Pediatric Respiratory Therapist days

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 3 days ago

Degree in Respiratory Therapy required, Bachelor's of Science in Respiratory Care preferred....

Respiratory Therapist Senior Supervisor

  • Foley, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Foley, AL
  • 4 days ago

Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly....

Respiratory Therapist Student PRN

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 5 days ago

Respiratory Therapy Student PRN Nights Job Summary The Respiratory Therapist Student administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care procedures, following physician orders....

Respiratory Therapist Nightshift

  • Foley, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Foley, AL
  • 6 days ago

Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly....

CRT - Respiratory Care Practitioner - Pediatric Respiratory - Days Department: Respiratory Care Job Description: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Shift: Days, 7a - 7p The Children's Hospital -...

Respiratory Care Practitioner III

  • Mobile, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 6 days ago

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required upon hire: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued from National Board of Respiratory Care....

RRT Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric Respiratory - PRN - Nights

  • Mobile, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 6 days ago

RRT Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric Respiratory - PRN - Nights Department: Respiratory Care Job Description: Oklahoma Children's Hospital is the state's premier institution for treating both pediatric...

Respiratory Therapist Certified

  • Mobile, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 6 days ago

by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), Licensed by the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy If not certified by NBRC, must obtain certification by expiration of Temporary License...

Respiratory Therapist Specialist - Respiratory Therapy - FT - 1st Shift

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 6 days ago

Must be licensed by the ASBRT and credentialed by the NBRC, Certified Respiratory Therapist minimum, Registered Respiratory Therapist is preferred....

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Alabama

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Alabama 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
4.7%
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 Alabama
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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