Certified Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Louisiana
Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in hospital systems, critical care units, and long-term acute care facilities, with the strongest hiring in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport. Large employers with a lasting presence in Louisiana include Ochsner Health, Willis-Knighton Health, and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. The most in-demand specialties are neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, pulmonary rehabilitation, and sleep diagnostics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 17, 2026
- Length: 12 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) for a night shift hospital position requiring 2+ years of experience and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics department in a hospital setting
- Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours, 18:30-06:30
- 36/48 rotating schedule
- Weekend rotation every other weekend required
- Floating required to all areas
- Holiday coverage required every other holiday
- No on-call requirement
- Epic charting system experience required
- Works with adult critical care, emergency department, and NICU patient populations
- Cares for patients with ARDS, aspiration, bronchoscopy, COVID, cystic fibrosis, ECMO, fresh tracheostomy, and pneumonia
- Performs ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, high frequency jet ventilator, oscillator, IMV, and SIMV
- Performs airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and suctioning
- Administers various respiratory medications and uses multiple delivery systems
- Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures including bubble CPAP, oscillating ventilator, and high-risk delivery assistance
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience required, higher experience preferred
- BLS, CRT or RRT required
- NRP required
- ACLS, PALS preferred
- LA state license required (license required if applicable)
- Epic charting experience required
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Skilled in drawing and interpreting arterial blood gases
- Proficient in chest physiotherapy and pulmonary hygiene techniques
- Experience with patient transport, both inter-departmental and ambulance
Additional Information
- Provide respiratory care services across adult critical care, emergency, and NICU units
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams in a hospital setting
- Accepts local candidates within 75 miles at the local rate
- Candidates must not have been a permanent employee at the health system within the past year to be eligible
- First-time travelers may be considered unless otherwise specified
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 17, 2026
- Length: 12 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) for a night shift hospital position requiring 2+ years of experience and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics department in a hospital setting
- Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours, 18:30-06:30
- 36/48 rotating schedule
- Weekend rotation every other weekend required
- Floating required to all areas
- Holiday coverage required every other holiday
- No on-call requirement
- Epic charting system experience required
- Works with adult critical care, emergency department, and NICU patient populations
- Cares for patients with ARDS, aspiration, bronchoscopy, COVID, cystic fibrosis, ECMO, fresh tracheostomy, and pneumonia
- Performs ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, high frequency jet ventilator, oscillator, IMV, and SIMV
- Performs airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and suctioning
- Administers various respiratory medications and uses multiple delivery systems
- Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures including bubble CPAP, oscillating ventilator, and high-risk delivery assistance
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience required, higher experience preferred
- BLS, CRT or RRT required
- NRP required
- ACLS, PALS preferred
- LA state license required (license required if applicable)
- Epic charting experience required
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Skilled in drawing and interpreting arterial blood gases
- Proficient in chest physiotherapy and pulmonary hygiene techniques
- Experience with patient transport, both inter-departmental and ambulance
Additional Information
- Provide respiratory care services across adult critical care, emergency, and NICU units
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams in a hospital setting
- Accepts local candidates within 75 miles at the local rate
- Candidates must not have been a permanent employee at the health system within the past year to be eligible
- First-time travelers may be considered unless otherwise specified
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What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified respiratory therapist jobs across Louisiana.
- Active Louisiana respiratory care license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Current BLS certification required at time of hire
- Experience with mechanical ventilation, CPAP, and airway management in acute care settings
- ACLS certification preferred for positions in intensive care or emergency departments
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends in a hospital environment
Certified Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified respiratory therapist in Louisiana?
To work as a certified respiratory therapist in Louisiana, you must hold an active license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, which requires completing an accredited respiratory care program and passing the National Board for Respiratory Care's Certified Respiratory Therapist exam. Most Louisiana employers require at least an associate degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program. Many candidates pursue the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential to remain competitive in the state's hospital market.
How much do certified respiratory therapists make in Louisiana?
Certified respiratory therapists in Louisiana earn a median of about $75,240 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,520 for the lowest 10% to over $91,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire certified respiratory therapists in Louisiana?
Employers hiring certified respiratory therapists in Louisiana right now include CHRISTUS Health, FMOL Health, and American Traveler, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Louisiana's large integrated health systems and regional medical centers generate the most consistent volume of certified respiratory therapist openings across the state.
Which Louisiana cities have the most certified respiratory therapist jobs?
Alexandria, Lafayette, and Jennings are the Louisiana cities with the most certified respiratory therapist openings. New Orleans drives the largest share of demand through its concentration of academic medical centers and trauma hospitals, while Baton Rouge and Shreveport are anchored by major regional health systems like Our Lady of the Lake and Willis-Knighton that maintain large respiratory care departments.
Are there remote certified respiratory therapist jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, but they are rare. Certified respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient care, so the vast majority of positions are on-site. About 0% of certified respiratory therapist openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles are almost exclusively in telehealth respiratory monitoring or pulmonary case management rather than direct patient treatment.
How can I get hired as a certified respiratory therapist in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate respiratory therapist positions at large Louisiana hospital systems like Ochsner Health or Our Lady of the Lake, both of which onboard recent graduates and provide structured clinical orientation. Completing a Louisiana-accredited respiratory therapy program and passing the CRT exam before applying strengthens your candidacy significantly. Candidates coming from roles such as patient care technician or respiratory therapy aide often find it easier to move into full therapist positions at facilities where they already have a relationship with the department.
Where can I find and apply to certified respiratory therapist jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to certified respiratory therapist jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Louisiana employers. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly through the listings.
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