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Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary

$33.91/hour

The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist is $33.91 per hour. This is 14% lower than the practicing US average of $38.53.

Last updated on December 5, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs FAQs

What hospitals currently have the most Registered Respiratory Therapist job opportunities?

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs are Henrico Doctor's Hospital (8 jobs), Methodist Children's Hospital (8 jobs), and Medical City Dallas Hospital (7 jobs).

Does Vivian have any per diem Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs?

As of Saturday, December 6th 2025, Vivian has 63 jobs listed for per diem Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $40 per hour on average and up to $65 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs?

As of Saturday, December 6th 2025, Vivian has 268 listings for local contract Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $69 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs?

As of Saturday, December 6th 2025, Vivian has 6,518 listings for travel Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $2,030 per hour on average, and up to $3,504 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Where can I learn more about working as a Registered Respiratory Therapist?

Take a look at Vivian's Registered Respiratory Therapist Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Which certifications are best for Registered Respiratory Therapist?

Some healthcare employers may prefer registered respiratory therapist job candidates with Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT), RRT - Adult Critical Care Specialty (RRT-ACCS), Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT), Sleep Disorders Specialist (CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS), Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialist (RRT-NPS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and some may even require specific professional certifications.

How does having a Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) increase my value as a Registered Respiratory Therapist job candidate?

Having a Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) validates your knowledge and skills as a registered respiratory therapist and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.

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