Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Louisiana

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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Certified Respiratory Therapist CRTT

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Jump-start your career as a Certified Respiratory Therapist today with Rapides Regional Medical Center....

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 60+ days ago

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

Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ days ago

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

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ days ago

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

Certified Respiratory Therapist

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ days ago

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

NICU Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department...

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Respiratory Therapist - OLG Acadia General - PRN

  • Crowley, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Crowley, LA
  • 5 hours ago

Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy....

Respiratory Therapist - RRT / CRT

  • Dry Creek, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Dry Creek, LA
  • 5 hours ago

Requirements: Must be a graduate of an AMA Accredited Respiratory Therapy program and credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified (CRT) or Registered (RRT) Respiratory Therapist...

Respiratory Therapist - RRT / CRT

  • Olla, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Olla, LA
  • 5 hours ago

Requirements: Must be a graduate of an AMA Accredited Respiratory Therapy program and credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified (CRT) or Registered (RRT) Respiratory Therapist...

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT / RT

  • Gilbert, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Gilbert, LA
  • 5 hours ago

Bring Your Passion, Well Bring the Support Youll need to be a licensed Respiratory Therapist in Louisiana, and ideally certified as an RRT....

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT / RT

  • Choudrant, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Choudrant, LA
  • 5 hours ago

Bring Your Passion, Well Bring the Support Youll need to be a licensed Respiratory Therapist in Louisiana, and ideally certified as an RRT....

Acute Care Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Grand Cane, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Grand Cane, LA
  • 5 hours ago

and other machines Respiratory Therapist Qualifications: Must be a graduate of an AMA Accredited Respiratory Therapy program and credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified...

Acute Care Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Minden, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Minden, LA
  • 6 hours ago

and other machines Respiratory Therapist Qualifications: Must be a graduate of an AMA Accredited Respiratory Therapy program and credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 7 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - RRT Shift : Days / 6a-6:30p, 12x3, 36 hrs per week Length : 13 weeks Requirements: 1 Year Experience BLS ACLS PALS Must have ICU skills, Peds Skills NICU,...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Louisiana offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.7%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.7%
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 Louisiana
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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