Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Athens, GA

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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Registered Respiratory Therapist, Nights

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Monroe, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monroe, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Licensed by the State of Georgia under the Composite...

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Registered Respiratory Therapist - WEO, Nights

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Monroe, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Monroe, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 13 hours ago

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Licensed by the State of Georgia under the Composite...

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Allied - Cardiopulmonary - Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Ingenovis Health
  • Athens, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 10 days ago

Allied - Cardiopulmonary - Respiratory Therapist (RRT) As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll assist patients who are having trouble breathing due to conditions like asthma, emphysema, chronic respiratory...

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Acute Care Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Athens, GA
  • 22 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 22 days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) BOS Medical Staffing is looking for Respiratory Therapists to work in an acute care facility. Shifts are available immediately....

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Respiratory Therapist Full Time-Night Shift

  • Trinity Health
  • Athens, GA
  • 27 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 27 days ago

Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist and/or Registry Eligible by the National Board for Respiratory Care....

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Respiratory Therapist RRT - PRN

  • Northeast Georgia Health System
  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

Communicates with nurses on patient care issues, ventilator changes and ABG (Arterial Blood Gas) results....

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Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • TLC Nursing
  • Athens, GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 60+ days ago

Operate and maintain ventilators and life-support equipment. Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and adjust treatments accordingly....

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Respiratory Therapist PRN

  • Trinity Health
  • Athens, GA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 90+ days ago

Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist and/or Registry Eligible by the National Board for Respiratory Care....

In Person Internship

Respiratory Therapist RRT - Full Time - Night Shift

  • Northeast Georgia Health System
  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Communicates with nurses on patient care issues, ventilator changes and ABG (Arterial Blood Gas) results....

In Person Full Time

Travel Respiratory Therapist Athens GA Nights

  • Vibra Travels
  • Athens, GA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 90+ days ago

Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required....

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Demographic Data for Athens, GA

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Respiratory Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Acute Respiratory Failure
Respiratory failure is a common clinical problem encountered by most healthcare professionals. On this three-week course from The University of Glasgow, youll expand your knowledge of the...
Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings
On this course, youll get a world-class introduction in how to diagnose and manage respiratory disease in low- and middle-income primary care settings. Explore how to treat chronic respiratory...
Therapist Certificate Course Online
In this part-time, online Therapist Certificate Course, you will receive a comprehensive introduction to how to become a therapist. You will learn about the key aspects of therapy, including...

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Athens, GA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Athens, GA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
43.0%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.2%
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 Athens, GA
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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