JOBID: PHS-6008

Position: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Reno, NV, 89503

Shift Notes: 06:00 - 18:30 3 X 12-hour shifts per week

Start date: 02/16/2026 - 05/17/2026

Pay: $35-$40 per hour

A Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Reno, NV provides clinical care to patients with breathing difficulties, cardiopulmonary disorders, and acute or chronic respiratory conditions. RTs work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, home health settings, or specialty units such as NICU/ICU. They assess respiratory status, administer treatments, operate life-support equipment, and collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Respiratory Therapists typically:

Patient Assessment & Care

Evaluate patients’ respiratory status through examination and diagnostic measurements (e.g., arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function tests).

Develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans based on physician orders and clinical findings.

Monitor patients regularly and modify treatments as needed.

Education & Licensing

Completion of an accredited respiratory care program (associate’s or bachelor’s degree).

Valid State Respiratory Therapist License (Nevada) and NBRC credential such as Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, Blood Gas Technologist) often required

Experience

Experience in acute care, critical care, neonatal care, or pediatric care is preferred for many hospital roles.