Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs in Altoona, PA

Certified Respiratory Therapist assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Being a Certified Respiratory Therapist also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is an impairment. Requires an associate degree and a credential of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). Additionally, Certified Respiratory Therapist may be expected to maintain a CPR certification. Typically reports to a manager. Certified Respiratory Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Respiratory Therapist
  • Lung Innovations Network
  • Dubois, PA FULL_TIME
  • The Respiratory Therapy Navigator provides services such as arterial blood gases (ABG), vital signs, respiratory modalities, setting up CPAP/BIPAP/AVAPS, post acute care, and assisting with day to day duties of the office. RT will follow specific parameters of treatment. Maintaining charts that contain patient identification and therapy information. Measuring ABGs, 6 minute walk tests, rooming, O2 qualification testing, and explaining health care treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation.

    Respiratory therapists must possess the following qualities: Interpersonal skills, team player, long term care experience, Meg Surg experience

    Benefits:
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance
    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday
    Experience:

    • Respiratory therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
    License/Certification:

    • RRT (Preferred)
    • BLS Certification (Preferred)
    • RCP License (Preferred)
    • ACLs Certification (Preferred)
  • 26 Days Ago
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Respiratory Therapist / Respiratory Therapist Registered
  • Cross Country Healthcare
  • Altoona, PA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description As a registered respiratory therapist, you will provide care for patients who have lung diseases and breathing disorders. Working in a hospital, outpatient center, home health, nursing...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Geisinger
  • MILL HALL, PA FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Registered RRT- FloatLocation: Jersey Shore, PennsylvaniaJob Category: Rehabilitation ServicesSchedule: Rotation Work Type: Full timeDepartment: JM-Human Resources Tal...
  • 11 Days Ago
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Respiratory Therapist - CRT/RRT
  • UPMC
  • Altoona, PA FULL_TIME
  • Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT Fulltime Day shift with rotation - Three 12 hour shifts AFSCME Union Posted: 5/12/2022 We are currently offering a SIGN-ON BONUS for all full-time Respiratory Therapist p...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
  • Trustaff
  • Altoona, PA FULL_TIME
  • As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll assist patients who are having trouble breathing due to conditions like asthma, emphysema, chronic respiratory disease, or emergency trauma. Respiratory Therapists p...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT
  • UPMC
  • Altoona, PA FULL_TIME
  • Respiratory Therapist - CRT/RRT - NIGHT SHIFT NIGHT PROGRAM Fulltime 36 hour Night shift with rotation -every other weekend rotation AFSCME Union Posted: March 22, 2024 We are currently offering a SIG...
  • 20 Days Ago
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Respiratory Sales Specialist, Altoona, PA (Harrisburg, PA/York, PA)
  • Verona Pharma
  • Altoona, PA
  • Respiratory Sales Specialist, Altoona, PA (Harrisburg, PA/York, PA) The Company: Our mission is to improve the health an...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Respiratory Sales Specialist, Altoona, PA (Harrisburg, PA/York, PA)
  • Verona Pharma
  • Altoona, PA
  • Respiratory Sales Specialist, Altoona, PA (Harrisburg, PA/York, PA) The Company: Our mission is to improve the health an...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Respiratory Therapist - CRT/RRT
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Altoona, PA
  • Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT Fulltime Day shift with rotation - Three 12 hour shifts AFSCME Union Posted: 5/12/2022 We ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Respiratory Therapist - CRT/RRT
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Altoona, PA
  • Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT Fulltime Day shift with rotation - Three 12 hour shifts AFSCME Union Posted: 5/12/2022 We ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Respiratory Therapist
  • Conemaugh Miners Medical Center
  • Hastings, PA
  • $20,000 Sign-On Bonus! Conemaugh Miners Medical Center is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist in Hastings, PA. Who...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Relief - Respiratory Therapist
  • Conemaugh Miners Medical Center
  • Hastings, PA
  • Conemaugh Miners Medical Center is seeking an hourly (casual) Respiratory Therapist in Hastings, PA. Who We Are: People ...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Respiratory Therapist
  • Conemaugh Miners Medical Center
  • Hastings, PA
  • $20,000 Sign-On Bonus! Conemaugh Miners Medical Center is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist in Hastings, PA. Who...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Relief - Respiratory Therapist
  • Conemaugh Miners Medical Center
  • Hastings, PA
  • Conemaugh Miners Medical Center is seeking an hourly (casual) Respiratory Therapist in Hastings, PA. Who We Are: People ...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Altoona, Pennsylvania

Altoona is a city in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the principal city of the Altoona Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). The population was 46,320 at the time of the 2010 Census, making it the eleventh most populous city in Pennsylvania. The Altoona MSA includes all of Blair County and was recorded as having a population of 127,089 at the 2010 Census, around 100,000 of whom live within a 5-mile (8.0 km) radius of the Altoona city center according to U.S. Census ZIP Code population data. This includes the adjacent boroughs of Hollidaysburg and Duncansville, adjacent township...
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Income Estimation for Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs
$58,943 to $71,546
Altoona, Pennsylvania area prices
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What does a Certified Respiratory Therapist do?

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