Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Fayetteville, 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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Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 1 day 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...

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Newnan, GA (23 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newnan, GA (23 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Education Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences Required Work Experience No experience required Required Licenses and Certifications RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist...

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Respiratory Therapist, Nights

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Newnan, GA (23 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Newnan, GA (23 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 10 hours ago

Qualifications: Education Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences Required Work Experience No experience required Required Licenses and Certifications RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist...

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Lead Respiratory Therapist, Nights

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Newnan, GA (23 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newnan, GA (23 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Required Licenses and Certifications RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist Is a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); has and maintains a current...

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Respiratory Therapist - NICU, Nights

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Newnan, GA (23 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newnan, GA (23 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Previous Working Experience in Neonatal Respiratory care, or successful completion...

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Registered Respiratory Therapist, Nights

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fayetteville, 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 - NICU

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Sign On Bonus Available Full Time Day NICU Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities: Performs patient assessments, general and critical care respiratory care procedures, respiratory care for newborns...

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Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU, Nights

  • Piedmont Healthcare
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • 30+ days ago

specific orientation including skills validation of competencies for the duties and responsibilities of this level Required Licenses and Certifications RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered...

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Respiratory Therapist PRN - Nights

  • Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.
  • Griffin, GA (17 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Griffin, GA (17 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 45+ days ago

Work Shift Night (United States of America) Job Summary: The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience...

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Respiratory Unit - Respiratory Therapist

  • Trusted Health
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 5 hours ago

Attend high risk deliveries -Manage/ Setup ventilator Oscillator and CPAP Required Credentials:- Respiratory therapist competency exam required....

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 13 hours ago

**Equal Opportunity Employer** Requirements: Minimum of 1 year of current work experience providing in Respiratory Therapist - RRT....

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Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 13 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Local - RRT Shift : Nights / 7p-7a, 12x3, 36 hrs per week Length : 13 weeks Requirements: GA License 2+ Years Experience BLS ACLS Epic Travel Staffing: Day 1...

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Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Rehabilitation Hospital of Henry
  • Peachtree City, GA (8 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Peachtree City, GA (8 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 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?...

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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Job

  • Jackson HealthPros
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Decatur, GA (22 miles from Fayetteville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Familiarity with mechanical ventilators and arterial blood gas interpretation. Preferred Qualifications Advanced certifications such as ACLS or CRT, preferred....

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Demographic Data for Fayetteville, GA

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Respiratory Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Acute Respiratory Failure
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Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings
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Therapist Certificate Course Online
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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Fayetteville, GA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, 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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