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Master Life-Saving Airway Management Across the US as a Travel Respiratory Therapist with Ambition24hours Travel Nursing Agency

Seeking high-paying respiratory therapist jobs near you with 24/7 support and flexible shifts? Launch a profoundly rewarding career in pulmonary care excellence with Ambition24hours and assume a critical position in sustaining life and restoring breath at healthcare facilities throughout the country! 

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Why Choose Ambition24hours?

  • Control Your Schedule: Work when, where, and for who you want to work for, with the freedom to choose the respiratory care jobs you like. 

  • Empowering Every Breath: Serve a dual role – providing critical, life-saving airway support and patient education while generating optimal ventilation and therapy plans that inform and accelerate the entire multidisciplinary team's healing efforts. 

  • Countrywide Network: Whether you're looking for respiratory practitioner jobs in Texas or respiratory therapist employment opportunities in Louisville, we can assist you in advancing your career in respiratory care and access positions in major hospitals and cardiopulmonary centers.

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Role Dynamics of a Respiratory Therapist with Ambition24hours

  • Core Responsibilities: Primarily, respiratory therapists (RTs) treat a range of patients, from newborns to the elderly. They educate patients about breathing disorders and lung diseases, evaluate and perform tests on patients, diagnose symptoms, and analyze blood and sputum in the lab.

  • Cross-Functional Communication: Partnering with surgeons, ER nurses, pulmonologists, ultrasound techs, and other medical professionals to identify appropriate treatment and therapy choices and coordinate about abnormalities. 

  • Clinical Excellence & Safety: Maintain unwavering focus on airway and gas management efficacy while rigorously upholding all infection control protocols and patient safety measures, guaranteeing the highest standards of safety for both patients and staff. 

Specialized Respiratory Therapist Positions

At Ambition24hours, we offer a vast range of respiratory care positions, including the following specializations: 

  • Neonatal respiratory therapist jobs typically involve monitoring and treating newborns for breathing disorders. Additionally, they assist NICU nurses to discuss, plan, and implement patient care plans and respond to respiratory emergencies in PICUs or NICUs. 

  • Pediatric respiratory therapist jobs are centered around treating cardiopulmonary issues in children, including cystic fibrosis, lung trauma, and asthma. Also, they educate families on the relevant conditions, home care, and collaborate closely with pediatricians and PICU nurses to document patient progress. 

  • Home health respiratory therapist jobs usually include providing patient care in a home setting, whether that's cleaning and inspecting equipment or assessing a patient's condition. It also has duties, like educating caregivers and patients on effective breathing device usage, providing breathing therapy, and improving a disease sufferer's quality of life.  

  • Emergency registered respiratory therapist jobs are ideal for those who work well under pressure and are quick thinkers. This is because they are based in emergency rooms, helping patients recover from serious conditions, including lung failure and pneumonia, and assisting doctors during surgeries and life support procedures. 

FAQs about Respiratory Care Therapist Jobs

Here are some of the most commonly asked queries about respiratory therapist openings and jobs:

  • Yes, respiratory care travel jobs are in demand now, with the overall employment of RTs projected to grow 12 percent from 2024 to 2034, as per BLS data. This makes it an attractive field to be in, no matter what your specialty is.  

  • Respiratory therapist pay can vary significantly based on specialization, but generally they earn between ±$61,900 and ±$108,820. That said, here are the highest paid respiratory therapist roles: 

    • Critical care respiratory therapist: ±$63,000 to ±$111,500  

    • Home health care respiratory therapist: ±$65,000 to ±$103,000  

    • Travel RRT: ±$63,000 to ±$111,500 

  • If you're wondering how to become a respiratory therapist, here's what's required for your career in terms of certification, education, and licensing: 

    • Educational Prerequisites: To get admitted in a RT program, you'll need a high school diploma or GED, usually with an overall GPA of 2.50 or higher.  

    • Program Options: Once admitted, you'll have the option to pursue either a two-year associate degree or a four-year bachelor's degree (preferred). 

    • Certifications Needed: To improve your career opportunities, it's highly recommended to get a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and/or a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.  

    • State Licensing: A state license is needed to practice as a RT in your specific state. That said, licensing requirements vary state by state, so definitely check with your state health board.

Your Travel Respiratory Therapist Journey with Ambition24hours in America

  • Around-the-Clock Support: We're available 24/7/365, whether you're looking for housing stipends, training programs, or licensing assistance.  Benefit from a dedicated recruitment team and personalized service, powered by smart tech.

  • Earn What You Deserve: We'll recognize your unmatched expertise with competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.  

  • Customized Positions: Get paired with respiratory therapist vacancies near you that match your unique career goals and experience. 

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