Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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 CRT

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - Full-time, DAY shift The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance...

Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full-time, NIGHTS The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance...

Lead Respiratory Therapist

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 9 days ago

What qualifications you will need: Associate or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school for Respiratory Therapy NBRC and State Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist...

Coordinator Interventional Pulmonary RRT CRT

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 19 days ago

What qualifications you will need: Associate Degree in Respiratory Care Licensed Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date...

Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Niceville, FL (15 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Niceville, FL (15 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Respiratory Therapist / RRT (Days or Nights) w/ SIGN-ON BONUS!

  • Niceville, FL (15 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Niceville, FL (15 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 4 hours ago

Responsible for the application and operation of acute care ventilators used for continuous short and long-term mechanical ventilation....

Respiratory Therapist - General - Respiratory Therapist

  • Ft Walton Bch, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Ft Walton Bch, FL
  • 8 days ago

Walton Bch, FL 32547 ID: 943313 Job Board: EV IND_2 **ReqID:** 943313 **Category:** Respiratory Therapist **Specialty:** General - Respiratory Therapist **Position Type:** Travel...

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Freestanding Emergency Department

  • Navarre, FL (14 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Navarre, FL (14 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required....

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Miramar Beach, FL (18 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miramar Beach, FL (18 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $67k - $83k Per Year Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT Ascension Occupation: Respiratory...

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Destin, FL (10 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Destin, FL (10 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required....

Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - PRN / Per Diem / As Needed The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care...

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Destin, FL (10 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Destin, FL (10 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required....

Demographic Data for Fort Walton Beach, FL

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.8%
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 Fort Walton Beach, FL
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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