Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Wilkes Barre, 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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Travel - Respiratory Therapist

  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Travel - Respiratory Therapist Weekly Gross Pay: $1736.00 - $1936.00 Location: Scranton, PA, United States Start date: 8/18/2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 19 hours ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Respiratory Therapist

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 21 hours ago

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

Respiratory Therapist

  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Were currently hiring in Scranton, Pennsylvania to support a hospital in need of Registered Respiratory Therapists....

Respiratory Therapist Registered RRT and Certified CRT

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 15 days ago

Collects arterial blood gas samples and processes through point of care blood analyzers....

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) PRN Wilkes-Barre Specialty

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 16 days ago

Overview We are looking for a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to join our team and care for our diverse patient population....

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care - (RRT - NICU)

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Compensation: $1,887.13 - $2,067.81, Weekly Compensation: $1,887.13 - $2,067.81, Weekly

Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Respiratory Therapists perform diagnostic tests and you must collaborate with the care team to create a treatment plan....

Respiratory Therapist, Nights

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary The Respiratory Therapist - CRT delivers diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacologic respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols....

Respiratory Therapist Registered RRT or Certified CRT

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Collects arterial blood gas samples and processes through point of care blood analyzers....

Registered Respiratory Therapist - (RRT) (book by 6/27 and get $1,000 bonus)

  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

therapist, respiratory therapist, respiratory, RRT, respiratory care, allied health, allied, healthcare, health care, patient care...

Respiratory Therapist

  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Requirements Respiratory Therapist credential by the NBRC, and CPR certification required. Eighteen months of respiratory care experience preferred, ideally in a critical care setting....

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Care (NBRC) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification - Neonatal Resuscitation Program, Registered Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory...

Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT) or Certified (CRT), Experienced and New Graduates (Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton)

  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Collects arterial blood gas samples and processes through point of care blood analyzers....

Respiratory Therapist, PRN

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Summary The Respiratory Therapist - CRT administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care procedures, following physician orders....

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Wilkes Barre, PA

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Wilkes Barre, PA 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 Wilkes Barre, 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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