Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Kansas

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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Lead Respiratory Therapist

  • Research Medical Center
  • KS
  • 25 days ago
  • KS
  • 25 days ago

Therapy from an accredited program Must hold a current Respiratory Therapist license from Missouri Board for Respiratory Care and NBRC RRT credential American Heart Association or American Red Cross...

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Wesley Medical Center
  • Wichita, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 45+ days ago

Submit your application for the opportunity below: Respiratory Therapist Job Summary and Qualifications As a Respiratory Therapist, youll play an essential role in guiding patients through both routine...

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Respiratory Care Practitioner I

  • Saint Luke's Health System Kansas City
  • Iola, KS
  • 9 hours ago
  • Iola, KS
  • 9 hours ago

Job Requirements Applicable Experience: Less than 1 yearLicensed Respiratory Therapist (KS) - Kansas State Board of Healing Arts, Reg Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) - The National Board for Respiratory...

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Travel RRT - Respiratory Therapist

  • Focus Staff
  • Gardner, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Gardner, KS
  • 4 days ago

RRT, Respiratory Therapist, Traveling Respiratory Therapist - RRT, Part-Time, Contract, Travel, Temporary, 13 Weeks, Temp....

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Common Spirit Health
  • Garden City, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 6 days ago

As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) you will: Perform respiratory procedures under physician direction in all patient areas....

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Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist (Flint Hills) - Cardio Pulmonary - PT - Day

  • Stormont Vail Health
  • Junction City, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Junction City, KS
  • 7 days ago

(Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Respiratory Therapist - NBRC Must be credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care...

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Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • StaffDNA
  • Fort Scott, KS
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Scott, KS
  • 9 days ago

Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance....

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Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, NICU

  • StaffDNA
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 9 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 9 days ago

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

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Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • NMC Health
  • Newton, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Newton, KS
  • 10 days ago

an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy RRT credential required Experience Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a healthcare setting as a Respiratory Therapist Knowledge & Skills Strong...

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Respiratory Therapist

  • The University of Kansas Hospital
  • Paola, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Paola, KS
  • 11 days ago

The Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory care interventions in accordance with the standards established by the American Association of Respiratory Care Clinical Practice Guidelines and MCMC Respiratory...

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Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 13 days 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 - Per Diem

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 14 days ago

Qualifications Minimum requirements: Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent....

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Crt

  • Research Medical Center
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 15 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 15 days ago

Therapist Associate Degree (CRT-State) Certified Respiratory Therapist No Travel Required No experience Required Years of Experience Benefits Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package...

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Respiratory Therapist, PRN

  • Amberwell Health
  • Atchison, KS
  • 20 days ago
  • Atchison, KS
  • 20 days ago

Licenses: KSBHA license Minimum Required Credentials: Certified Respiratory Therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)....

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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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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Kansas 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 Kansas
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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