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Respiratory Therapist
Lawton, Oklahoma
Memorial Health

$1,610-2,151/week

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Respiratory Therapist - Contract

Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days

Job Summary

Provide direct, specialized care to patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders across all age groups, from premature infants to the elderly. Responsibilities include evaluating, treating, and monitoring patients using oxygen therapy, aerosol medication, chest physiotherapy, and mechanical ventilation. Collaborate with physicians to manage conditions such as COPD, asthma, and pneumonia.

Required Qualifications

Valid Respiratory Therapist license in Oklahoma
Minimum 3 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Therapist experience within the last year
BLS certification

Employment Details

Employment Type: Contract
Work setting includes hospitals and clinics

Additional Information

No prior travel experience required

About Lawton, OK

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Lawton, OK here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally align with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 94°F, average low: 71°F.
Winter average high: 53°F, average low: 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.

Transportation

Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the dry climate.
Lawton has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of dining options with a mix of local and chain restaurants.
Art and music scene is vibrant, with local galleries and live music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college and high school games.
Outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, and camping at the nearby Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.

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