Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs

As of Sunday, February 15th 2026, Vivian has 55 jobs listed for per diem Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $39 per hour on average and up to $50 per hour for the highest-paying role.

As of Sunday, February 15th 2026, Vivian has 422 listings for local contract Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $49 per hour on average, and up to $69 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

As of Sunday, February 15th 2026, Vivian has 7,115 listings for travel Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $2,024 per hour on average, and up to $3,539 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

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

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.

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.