Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs in Lexington, KY
Registered 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 Registered Respiratory Therapist also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Additionally, Registered Respiratory Therapist assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians. Requires an associate degree. Requires Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. Requires State License to Practice. Typically reports to a manager. Registered 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)
Recently Added Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs
- Cross Country Healthcare
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Somerset, KY
FULL_TIME
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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 facility, private practice or other healthcare facility, you'll evaluate patients, take samples, manage equipment and provide treatment. You'll help patients who have cardiac and pulmonary diseases such as bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, and cystic fibrosis.
Minimum Requirements
- At least 1 year of recent experience as a registered respiratory therapist
- NBRC Certification
- BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS Certifications (AHA)
- Current state license
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel allied job with Cross Country include:- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
- 22 Days Ago
- Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
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Somerset, KY
FULL_TIME
- Commitment Incentive: $7500 Commitment Incentive: $1000-30 days$3250-After 1 year commitment $3250-After 2 year commitment Who We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are apprec...
- 22 Days Ago
- QUIPT HOME MEDICAL INC
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Lexington, KY
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionIf you have compassion and the passion for helping others, then we want you to join our growing team! Quipt Home Medical is a rapidly growing leader in the provision of clinical respiratory...
- 17 Days Ago
- Watertown Regional Medical Center
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Winchester, KY
FULL_TIME
- Clark Regional Medical CenterDescription About Us Lifepoint Health's Central Kentucky market is comprised of four acute care, community-based hospitals, with over 50 outpatient clinics that provide co...
- 21 Days Ago
- Northpoint / Lexington Healthcare Center
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Lexington, KY
FULL_TIME
- Respiratory Therapist Northpoint Lexington Healthcare Center is looking for a compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) such as you, to join our team. Are you a Respiratory Therapist (RT) who is experi...
- 4 Days Ago
- Med Center Health
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Albany, KY
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary Performs respiratory therapy services as prescribed by the ordering physician. Provides direct and indirectpatient care service by assisting, supporting and following established prot...
- 14 Days Ago
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- OneStaffMedical
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LEXINGTON, KY
- We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently - owned, nationally - recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready ...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Quipt Home Medical
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Lexington, KY
- Job Type Full-time Description If you have compassion and the passion for helping others, then we want you to join our g...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Catholic Health Initiatives
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Lexington, KY
- **Overview** Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington Kentucky. Founded in 1877 a small group of...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Catholic Health Initiatives
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Lexington, KY
- **Overview** Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington Kentucky. Founded in 1877 a small group of...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Hiring Now!
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Frankfort, KY
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Frankfort, ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center
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Danville, KY
- + Sign on bonus up to $10,000.00 payable over two years, must meet eligibility requirements + Job Summary + The Respirat...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital
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Lexington, KY
- Summary: Gastroenterology nurses, are essential members of the healthcare team that prepare patients and assist during p...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- OneStaffMedical
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LEXINGTON, KY
- We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently - owned, nationally - recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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