Respiratory Therapist Jobs in West Reading, PA

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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Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care

  • AMN Corporate
  • Reading, PA (2 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Reading, PA (2 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 6 days ago

REQUIREMENTS Registered Respiratory Therapist, NICU OR Registered Respiratory Therapist, Pedi BENEFITS Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:...

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lower Providence
  • Blandon, PA (9 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Blandon, PA (9 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 6 days 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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Respiratory Therapist in Pennsylvania

  • K.A. Recruiting
  • Ephrata, PA (15 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ephrata, PA (15 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 7 days ago

REF#LM8620 Respiratory Therapist, RRT, CRT, RCP, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Therapy Pennsylvania, Greenbank, Ephrata, Akron, Farmersville, Brownstown, Oregon, Leola, Reamstown, Denver...

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Allied - Cardiopulmonary - Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Ingenovis Health
  • Reading, PA (2 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Reading, PA (2 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Allied - Cardiopulmonary - Respiratory Therapist (RRT) As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll assist patients who are having trouble breathing due to conditions like asthma, emphysema, chronic respiratory...

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Respiratory Therapist / Registered Respiratory Therapist / RRT

  • K.A. Recruiting
  • Akron, PA (18 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Akron, PA (18 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements: Associate's degree or completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program Respiratory Therapist license (or eligible) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required...

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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)/Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

  • KA Recruiting Inc.
  • Lititz, PA (21 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lititz, PA (21 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) / Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) A healthcare facility is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to join...

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Respiratory Therapist Intern - GSL

  • St. Luke's Hospital
  • Orwigsburg, PA (22 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orwigsburg, PA (22 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Student enrolled in Respiratory Therapy Program preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology....

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Respiratory Therapist Reg I

  • Tower Health
  • Pottstown, PA (17 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pottstown, PA (17 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

"Job Summary The Respiratory Therapist assesses patient's condition and evaluates all data to determine the appropriateness of the prescribed respiratory care....

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Respiratory Therapist - PFT Lab GSL

  • St. Luke's Hospital
  • Orwigsburg, PA (22 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Orwigsburg, PA (22 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist....

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Respiratory Therapist, RRT - UPMC Lititz

  • UPMC
  • Lititz, PA (21 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lititz, PA (21 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes....

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Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - Day/Evening/Night

  • WellSpan Health
  • Ephrata, PA (15 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ephrata, PA (15 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Required Licenses: Licensed Respiratory Therapist Upon Hire Required and Registered Respiratory Therapist - NBRC Upon Hire Required and Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required Courses and Training: Graduate...

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Respiratory Therapist II - Respiratory Therapy

  • Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
  • Reading, PA (2 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Reading, PA (2 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Monitors, evaluates, and coaches Registered Respiratory Therapists daily performance and productivity....

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Respiratory Therapist (RT)

  • Powerback
  • Pennsburg, PA (24 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pennsburg, PA (24 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Qualifications * 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...

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Tower Health
  • West Reading, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • West Reading, PA
  • 90+ days ago

The Respiratory Therapist: Assesses patient's condition and evaluates all data to determine the appropriateness of the prescribed respiratory care....

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Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

  • Penn State Health
  • Reading, PA (2 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Reading, PA (2 miles from West Reading, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Therapist who, under medical supervision, delivers respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the hospital according to policies and procedures approved by the Medical Director....

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Demographic Data for West Reading, PA

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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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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in West Reading, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in West Reading, PA 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 West Reading, PA
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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