Respiratory Therapist Jobs in La Porte, TX

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 Allied-Respiratory Therapist, NICU

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Respiratory Therapist - NICU We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team....

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 10 days ago

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

Registered Respiratory Therapist FT Nights

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 10 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...

Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 14 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...

Registered Respiratory Therapist Lead

  • Pasadena, TX (9 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (9 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Must be able to perform arterial blood gas sampling and ensures that results are available in the EMR. Must have the ability to troubleshoot all equipment required for blood gas analysis....

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Pasadena, TX (9 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (9 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Respiratory Therapist CRT FT Days

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Perform diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures such as pulse oximetry monitoring, perform capnography monitoring, arterial blood gas punctures or via arterial line, bedside pulmonary mechanics, electrocardiograms...

Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN

  • Pasadena, TX (9 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (9 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Lead Respiratory Therapist CRT

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist Lead shall deliver competent and compassionate Respiratory Care services to patients of all age groups through the of use accepted Clinical Practice...

Respiratory Therapist CRT

  • Webster, TX (10 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Webster, TX (10 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 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...

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ 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...

Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN

  • Texas City, TX (23 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Texas City, TX (23 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 60+ 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...

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 9 hours ago

Were currently hiring in Houston, Texas to support a hospital in need of Registered Respiratory Therapists....

Respiratory Therapist - Evening/Nights - $20K Incentive

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 12 hours ago

(TMB) to practice Respiratory Care....

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in La Porte, TX

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in La Porte, TX 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 La Porte, TX
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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