Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary Guide
Average Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary
Average Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary
$42.73/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Care Practitioner is $42.73 per hour. This is 8% lower than the practicing US average of $46.16.
Last updated on October 30, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Respiratory Care Practitioner compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
Salaries for Respiratory Care Practitioner compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
$42.73/hour
8% lower than the practicing US average.
$46.16/hour
United States
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Care Practitioner jobs?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Care Practitioner jobs?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hermann Health System | $40 | $40 |
| Parkland Health and Hospital System | $35 | $35 |
Last updated on October 30, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Respiratory Therapist
- Patterns Hiring - Perm
- Grants Pass, OR
- 3x12 hrs
- Relocation Bonus
$36-64/hour
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Respiratory Therapist
- Centra Healthcare QIA
- Peterborough, NH
- 3x12 hrs, Rotating
$83K-95K/year
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- St. Louis Children's Hospital
- Springfield, MO
$32-54/hour
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Respiratory Therapist
- Patterns Hiring - Perm
- Yuma, AZ
- 3x12 hrs
$33-50/hour
Posted 3 days ago
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Christian Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
$27-47/hour
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