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Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT/RC) – Home Health – Harahan, LA


Bring your respiratory expertise into the field with a full-time, weekday schedule and a supportive team behind you. This temporary assignment offers $32-34/hour and the opportunity to make a direct impact by helping patients safely manage respiratory therapies at home. Start 08/31/2026 with an expected duration of approximately 6 months (extension possible).


Quick Facts


  • Location: Harahan, LA

  • Start Date: 08/31/2026

  • End Date/Duration: Approximately 6 months (temporary; extension possible)

  • Shift (type/length): Days (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM)

  • Hours/week: 40

  • On-call rotation: Every other week. Primarily involve NIV needs and occasional respiratory equipment setups

  • Employment Type: Temporary, Full-Time hours with possible transition to a perm role

  • License/Certs: RRT, CRT, or RC credential

  • Experience: Home respiratory/HME/DME experience preferred



Pay & Benefits


  • Pay: $32-$34/hour depending on experience

  • Competitive Pay Packages

  • Weekly Pay Schedule via Direct Deposit

  • Comprehensive Medical Benefits (W-2)

  • Robust Referral Bonus Program

  • 24/7 Dedicated team committed to your success throughout your time with VHS


What You’ll Do


  • Perform in-home respiratory assessments and clinical evaluations

  • Educate patients and caregivers on prescribed respiratory therapies and equipment

  • Set up, monitor, and troubleshoot respiratory equipment (including oxygen therapy and NIV)

  • Adjust ventilator/NIV settings per physician orders and clinical assessment

  • Provide follow-up support and respond to patient needs during assigned on-call rotation

  • Document visits and services accurately and on time

  • Communicate clinical findings and patient needs to physicians and care team members



What You Need


Required



  • Active RRT, CRT, or RC credential and applicable state licensure

  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

  • Ability to work independently in the field and maintain accurate documentation




Preferred



  • HME or DME experience

  • Home respiratory care experience

  • Experience with NIV and advanced respiratory equipment



About the Assignment


This is a respiratory-focused, field-based home healthcare role supporting patients across the Greater New Orleans area. You’ll work independently in patient homes, manage advanced respiratory equipment, and provide education and follow-up to help patients continue therapy safely outside the hospital environment. On-call rotation is every other week.



VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSDME 



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Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Post Date: Aug 18, 2026
Profession: Therapy
Job Type: Respiratory Therapist
Specialty: None
Location: Louisiana - Harahan
Job Reference: 69978
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