Respiratory Therapist Consultant (RRT)

$40 - $55 per hour

Longterm Healthcare

Ruston, LA

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist Consultant (RRT) – Healthcare Consulting

Salary: $40-55 per hour
Job Type: Part-time / Contract / Flexible Schedule

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide respiratory care consulting services to healthcare facilities. This role is ideal for a knowledgeable respiratory professional who enjoys education, quality improvement, and helping healthcare teams improve respiratory care delivery.

The Respiratory Therapist Consultant will work with facility leadership and clinical teams to evaluate respiratory care practices, provide recommendations, educate staff, and support compliance with best practices.

Responsibilities

Provide onsite respiratory care consulting support to healthcare facilities.
Review respiratory care practices, policies, and procedures.
Assess respiratory therapy needs and recommend improvements.
Provide education and training to nursing and clinical staff.
Support proper use of respiratory equipment, including oxygen therapy, nebulizers, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilator-related care.
Review documentation and assist with quality improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with facility leadership to improve respiratory care outcomes.
Provide guidance on respiratory protocols, safety practices, and regulatory expectations.
Identify opportunities to improve patient care, efficiency, and staff competency.

Qualifications

Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
Active state respiratory therapy license.
Minimum of 3 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred.
Strong clinical knowledge of respiratory care practices.
Experience in acute care, long-term care, LTACH, skilled nursing, or home respiratory care preferred.
Excellent communication and education skills.
Ability to work independently and interact professionally with healthcare teams.

Preferred Experience

Ventilator management experience.
Respiratory department leadership or supervisory experience.
Staff education and training experience.
Quality improvement or regulatory compliance experience.

Schedule

Flexible consulting schedule based on facility needs.
Potential for weekly, biweekly, or monthly onsite visits.
Travel may be required depending on assigned facilities.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay: $35.00 – $60.00 per hour , based on experience and qualifications.
Flexible scheduling.
Opportunity to use your respiratory expertise in a consulting role.
Mileage/travel reimbursement may be available depending on assignment.

Join our team and use your respiratory expertise to help healthcare organizations improve patient care and clinical outcomes.

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