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  • NewYork-Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital for Women & Newborns
  • New York, NY
  • nights
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  • Hospital for Special Surgery
  • New York, NY
  • flexible
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Respiratory Therapist

  • Mission Regional Medical center
  • Newark, NJ
  • nights
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  • Ascension Illinois - Behavioral Health Children's Center Chicago
  • Chicago, IL
  • evenings
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  • Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite
  • Atlanta, GA
  • nights
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Respiratory Therapist

  • Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center
  • Charlotte, NC
  • nights
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Respiratory Therapist Jobs Salary Insights

Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$39.96/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist is $39.96 per hour. This is 10% lower than the practicing US average of $44.10.

Last updated on April 26, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Respiratory Therapist Jobs FAQs

Does Vivian have any local contract Respiratory Therapist jobs?

As of Sunday, April 28th 2024, Vivian has 39 listings for local contract Respiratory Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $45 per hour on average, and up to $59 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Respiratory Therapist jobs?

As of Sunday, April 28th 2024, Vivian has 910 listings for travel Respiratory Therapist jobs. These jobs pay $1,866 per hour on average, and up to $3,462 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

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

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

What is a Respiratory Therapist?

Respiratory therapists are allied health professionals who specialize in assessing and improving patients’ lung functions. RTs, also called RRT’s (Registered Respiratory Therapists), assess and treat a wide array of diseases, illnesses, and injuries that affect the respiratory system. They must have advanced knowledge of pulmonary care and high-tech equipment, such as ventilators, to effectively improve a patient’s quality of life or even save it.

What certifications may be held by respiratory therapists?

Respiratory therapists may hold Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), among others.

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