Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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.

1-15 of 18 Jobs

Respiratory Therapist NICU PRN - Days

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago

State Registered Respiratory Therapist, or Licensed Respiratory Therapist, or RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP) Parkridge East Hospital is a 120+ bed facility in East Ridge....

Respiratory Therapist NICU- Part Time Nights

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago

State Registered Respiratory Therapist, or Licensed Respiratory Therapist, or RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP) Parkridge East Hospital is a 120+ bed facility in East Ridge....

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Preferred: Bachelor degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field. Experience: Required: One (1) year of clinical experience as a respiratory therapist....

Respiratory Care Specialist

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 6 days ago

Respiratory Care Specialist This position is responsible for patient set ups and educational responsibilities to teach patients and caregivers how to use and care for respiratory equipment such as CPAP...

Respiratory Therapist - General - Respiratory Therapist

  • Jasper, TN (17 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 23 days ago
  • Jasper, TN (17 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 23 days ago

Entrust Your Career to HealthTrust At HealthTrust, we believe that healthcare is not defined by the four walls in which it is practiced. Its defined by its people. We pride ourselves on crafting...

Registered Respiratory Therapist-ECMO Specialist Team Lead-Full-Time

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago

therapist Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care Current license to practice...

Registered Respiratory Therapist-PRN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago

Preferred: Bachelor degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field. Experience: Required: One (1) year of clinical experience as a respiratory therapist....

Registered Respiratory Therapist-ECMO Specialist-Full-Time

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago

registered therapist Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care Current license...

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities A CommonSpirit Health Traveler RN is a direct clinical patient care registered nurse (RN) who provides independent patient care within their scope of practice. The nurse is highly...

Registered Respiratory Therapist-East Campus-Part-Time

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Preferred: Bachelor degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field. Experience: Required: One (1) year of clinical experience as a respiratory therapist....

Respiratory Therapist NICU- Part Time Nights

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago

State Registered Respiratory Therapist, or Licensed Respiratory Therapist, or RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP) Parkridge East Hospital is a 120+ bed facility in East Ridge....

Respiratory Therapist - FT - Days

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Licenses/Certificates: Must have current Tennessee State licensure for a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Certified in CPR....

Respiratory Therapist - FT - Nights

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Licenses/Certificates: Must have current Tennessee State licensure for a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Certified in BLS, NRP, PALS and ACLS required within 6 months of hire....

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Children's - FT

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Preferred: Bachelor degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field. Experience: Required: One (1) year of clinical experience as a respiratory therapist....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)....

Demographic Data for Chattanooga, TN

Moving to Chattanooga, TN? Find some basic demographic data about Chattanooga, TN below.


Local
National
209,822
7,307
Large

Respiratory Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireTherapy curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems
Gain insight into the complexities of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, and how gases and nutrients are regulated in healthy humans. The human body is an amalgamation of specialised and...
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...
Leadership Skills Development for Occupational Therapists
The Leadership Skills Development MOOC for Occupational Therapists will support course participants to gain insights into their leadership potential, values and preferences. Together we will...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTherapy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Chattanooga, TN 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 Chattanooga, TN
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
23.4%
1-2 years
20.2%
2-4 years
6.2%
4-6 years
2.8%



Respiratory Therapist Related Career Advice Articles

physical therapist with a pediatric patient
What Employers Look for When Hiring for Therapist Jobs

Ready to launch your career in professional therapy? Find out what you can do to stand out to employers and get one step closer to becoming a therapist.

Read article »
How to become a physical therapist
How to Become a Physical Therapist

Wondering how to become a physical therapist? Use this guide to learn about what physical therapists do, how long it takes to be a physical therapist, and even the average physical therapist salary.

Read article »
Which physical therapy career path is right for you?
Which Physical Therapy Career Path is Right for You?

Just beginning your physical therapist career? Learn about the different types of physical therapy and choose the right physical therapy career path for you.

Read article »