Respiratory Therapist Jobs in New Mexico

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
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 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 (RRT)

  • Memorial Medical Center
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 2 days ago

What we're looking for Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy program and be licensed in the state of New Mexico as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)....

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Certified Respiratory Therapist

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 20 days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 20 days ago

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Certified Respiratory Therapist? At Del Sol Medical Center, you come first....

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Respiratory Therapist ICU (Permanent)

  • StaffDNA
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 days ago

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

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Permanent Allied-Respiratory Therapist, Other

  • StaffDNA
  • Espanola, NM
  • 13 days ago
  • Espanola, NM
  • 13 days ago

Respiratory Therapist - Other Settings Join our team as a versatile Respiratory Therapist, where you will provide respiratory care in a variety of healthcare settings beyond the hospital, such as outpatient...

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Permanent Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • StaffDNA
  • Espanola, NM
  • 13 days ago
  • Espanola, NM
  • 13 days ago

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

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Travel Respiratory Therapist

  • Titan Medical Group
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

Travel Respiratory Therapist Weekly Gross Pay: $1509.00 - $1709.00 Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States Start date: 7/20/2026 Assignment length: 13 Weeks Minimum years of relevant experience in...

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Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 13 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 13 hours 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 RRT - PRN

  • Mountain View Regional
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 17 hours ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 17 hours ago

Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly. Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned....

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Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy

  • Covenant Health
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 1 day ago

Description Plans, prepares, and delivers a broad range of respiratory care procedures and diagnostic studies. Documents all respiratory care on appropriate records....

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Registered Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

  • UNM Hospitals
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago

Interpret arterial blood gas and electrolyte results * PATIENT CARE - Provide patients education and consultation on disease management * ADMINISTER - Access patient, administer and evaluate appropriate...

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Respiratory Therapist - RT

  • PowerBack Rehabilitation
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago

A Respiratory Therapist must have a high level of knowledge of respiratory therapy and practice required through completion of a NBRC approved and accredited program and one year of clinical practice...

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Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy

  • Providence Health
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 6 days ago

Plans, prepares, and delivers a broad range of respiratory care procedures and diagnostic studies. Documents all respiratory care on appropriate records....

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Clinical Therapist - Respiratory - Contract - Nights

  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 7 days ago

**Grow Your Career with HealthTrust & Lifepoint Health** Looking to expand your healthcare career in a new location? HealthTrust Workforce Solutions has partnered with Lifepoint Health to provide...

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Roosevelt General Hospital
  • Portales, NM
  • 11 days ago
  • Portales, NM
  • 11 days ago

Essential Job Responsibilities Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization Airway Management including Endotracheal Intubation (Director or Intubation Certified RT) Arterial Blood Gas...

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Demographic Data for New Mexico

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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
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Therapist Certificate Course Online
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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in New Mexico

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in New Mexico 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 New Mexico
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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