Respiratory Therapist Jobs in East Chicago, IN

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 (CRT)

  • East Chicago, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN
  • 11 days ago

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

Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, NICU

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist - NICU We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team....

Local Allied-Respiratory Therapist, NICU

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 13 days ago

Respiratory Therapist - NICU We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team....

Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapist

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 7 days ago

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapy-Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Chicago Illinois....

Respiratory Therapist Registry

  • Berwyn, IL (21 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Berwyn, IL (21 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist at time of hire or must obtain within 6 months of employment Certified Respiratory...

Travel Respiratory Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • East Chicago, IN
  • 11 hours ago
  • East Chicago, IN
  • 11 hours ago

Responsibilities Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) monitor and wean Oxygen Therapy and artificial ventilation. The RRT draws, analyzes, and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKG tests....

Respiratory Therapist, RRT - Nights

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 13 hours ago

Performs Arterial Blood Gas analysis per hospital, department, and accrediting agency guidelines and standards of practice....

Respiratory Therapist RRT, Nights

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago

As a Respiratory Therapist you will: Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, patient...

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,395 per week

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Rang Healthcare is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chicago, Illinois....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 3 days ago

A primary and vital task of respiratory therapists is the management of ventilators and artificial breathing devices for those who have breathing problems....

Respiratory Therapist - Must be a RRT - Rehabilitation

  • East Chicago, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN
  • 3 days ago

This is a contract, Respiratory Therapist (RRT) position....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Crown Point, IN (18 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (18 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 3 days ago

blood gas laboratory, reporting analyte results and interpreting blood gas data....

Lead Respiratory Therapist

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. 2 years' experience as an RCP preferred....

Respiratory Therapist - Weekend

  • Munster, IN (7 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Munster, IN (7 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 4 days ago

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE : Completion of an approved Respiratory Therapy program and current Indiana Respiratory Care Practitioner’s License through the Indiana Health Professions Bureau Must maintain all...

Reg Respiratory Therapist - Weekend

  • Munster, IN (7 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Munster, IN (7 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 4 days ago

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE : Completion of an approved Respiratory Therapy program and current Indiana Respiratory Care Practitioner’s License through the Indiana Health Professions Bureau Must be an RRT...

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in East Chicago, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in East Chicago, IN 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 East Chicago, IN
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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