Respiratory Therapy Technician Jobs in Huntersville, NC

A Respiratory Therapy Technician plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing care for patients suffering from various respiratory conditions such as chronic respiratory diseases, asthma, emphysema, or other lung-related ailments. Their primary duties include conducting diagnostic tests, administering aerosol or inhalant therapies, monitoring patient's response to treatment, and maintaining patient records. They work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals in developing and implementing treatment plans. Furthermore, they maintain and operate medical equipment used in respiratory care such as ventilators, oxygen supply devices, and nebulizers.

Important skills for a Respiratory Therapy Technician include strong communication skills, detail-oriented, problem-solving skills, and a compassionate nature. They should have a thorough understanding of respiratory care principles and procedures, and the ability to provide patient education on respiratory care and disease management. Besides, they should have the necessary certifications, including the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials. Before becoming a Respiratory Therapy Technician, a person may have roles such as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or a Medical Assistant, which provide relevant experience in patient care and medical procedures.

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Respiratory Care Assistant, Atrium Health Pineville, PRN

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 15 days ago

Education, Experience and Certifications Currently enrolled in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Care educational program approved by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC...

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Respiratory Care Assistant, Atrium Health CMC, PRN

  • Atrium Health
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Back to Search Results Respiratory Care Assistant, Atrium Health CMC, PRN Charlotte, NC, United States Job ID: R242826 Shift: Various Share: mail Share on Facebookshare to facebook Tweetshare to twitter...

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Respiratory Care Assistant, Atrium Health CMC, PRN

  • Aurora Healthcare
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 21 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Performs respiratory duties as outlined by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board Declaratory Ruling for Respiratory Care Assistants (RCA)....

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Respiratory Care Assistant PRN

  • Atrium Health
  • Concord, NC (18 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Concord, NC (18 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Back to Search Results Respiratory Care Assistant PRN Concord, NC, United States Job ID: R231511 Shift: Various Share: mail Share on Facebookshare to facebook Tweetshare to twitter Share on LinkedInshare...

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Respiratory Care Assistant PRN - Atrium Health Mercy

  • Atrium Health
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Back to Search Results Respiratory Care Assistant PRN - Atrium Health Mercy $ Sign-On Bonus Eligible Charlotte, NC, United States Job ID: R176590 Shift: Various Share: mail Share on Facebookshare to...

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Respiratory Care Assistant

  • Novant Health
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Experience: Completed 1st year of Respiratory Care Associate Degree Program....

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Demographic Data for Huntersville, NC

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Respiratory Therapy Technician 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...
OPAT: Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy
OPAT is a clinical service which enables patients with serious infection to be managed in an outpatient setting. The service aims to facilitate admission avoidance or early hospital discharge. On...

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Salary for Respiratory Therapy Technician Jobs in Huntersville, NC

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapy Technicians in Huntersville, NC offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
48.9%
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.1%
High School or GED
6.4%
Master's Degree
5.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%



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