Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Virginia

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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Respiratory Therapist (RT)

  • Mount Vernon, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, VA
  • 10 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...

Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 30+ days 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...

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...

Respiratory Therapist

  • Elkton, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elkton, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist Career Opportunity (Full Time and PRN available) Join Encompass Health's Respiratory Care Family: A Career of Impact Are you in search of a career that resonates with your heart...

Reg Respiratory Therapist-Nights

  • Danville, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Danville, VA
  • 4 days ago

Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) or eligible to take the NBRC's Registered. Respiratory Therapist exams and have passed the RRT exam within 18 months of hire required....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Richlands, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Richlands, VA
  • 8 days ago

The Registered Respiratory Therapist implements, recommends and coordinates the Respiratory Care of an assigned group of patients....

Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Martinsville, VA
  • 25 days ago
  • Martinsville, VA
  • 25 days ago

Care (RRT) or eligible to take the NBRC's Registered Respiratory Therapist exams and have passed the RRT exam within 18 months of hire required....

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Nights

  • Martinsville, VA
  • 25 days ago
  • Martinsville, VA
  • 25 days ago

Care (RRT) or eligible to take the NBRC's Registered Respiratory Therapist exams and have passed the RRT exam within 18 months of hire required....

Respiratory Therapist RRT - FT Variable Shifts/Rotate Weekends

  • Warrenton, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Warrenton, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Description: 12 hour shifts (7a-7p and 7p-7a) The Respiratory Therapist provides care to patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing....

Resp Therapist PRN Tier IV

  • Martinsville, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Martinsville, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Evaluates, initiates, monitors, and weans patients from mechanical ventilation. Performs Holter Monitoring set-up, instruction, and analysis....

Respiratory Therapist RRT - Part Time Mixed Shifts

  • Warrenton, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Warrenton, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance....

Respiratory Therapist - Part-time

  • Greenway, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenway, VA
  • 2 days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NRBC) preferred Must process and maintain license to practice Respiratory Care in the District of Columbia CPR - Cardiac...

Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

  • Annandale, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Annandale, VA
  • 12 days ago

As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will possess working knowledge of human respiratory anatomy, physiology, and pathology related to respiratory care....

Respiratory Therapist Student Assistant

  • Greenway, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Greenway, VA
  • 13 days ago

Primary Duties: Performs Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) sampling, reporting and documentation. Performs simple spirometry. Obtains nasal swab specimens....

Respiratory Therapist - PRN

  • Greenway, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Greenway, VA
  • 18 days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NRBC) preferred Must process and maintain license to practice Respiratory Care in the District of Columbia CPR - Cardiac...

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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