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Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs are open across hospitals, long-term acute care, home health, and pulmonary rehabilitation settings, from entry-level to lead and supervisor, with specializations in neonatal and pediatric care, sleep disorders, and critical care ventilator management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Position: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Glenwood Springs CO 81601
Shift: 3-12-hour day shifts, with rotating call and weekends.
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Pay: $2650/week-$2660/week
Requirements:
- Must have excellent Critical Care/Ventilator skills and Experience.
- Must have Neonatal and Peds experience, including Level 2 NICU.
- Must have NBRC RRT; cannot consider CRT.
- Completion of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program as required by llicense.
- Valid Colorado Registered Respiratory Therapist license (DORA)
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP(AAP) - ALL REQUIRED
- Must have at least 5 years of RT experience.
Pay: $2,600.00 - $2,610.00 per week
Experience:
- Critical Care/Ventilator: 1 year (Required)
- Neonatal and Peds experience, including Level 2 NICU: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- RRT state License (Required)
- BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- American Traveler373
- Vibra Travels158
- Voyage Health91V
- Rochester Regional Health56
- Banner Health46
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services330
- Education11
- Technology & Software7
- Insurance4
- Government & Public Sector4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered respiratory therapist jobs.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC
- Active state respiratory care license in the state of practice
- Proficiency with mechanical ventilators and arterial blood gas interpretation
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Experience with pulmonary function testing and bronchoscopy assistance
- Two or more years of clinical experience in an acute care or critical care setting
Tips for Your Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Search
List every credential you hold
Your resume should clearly display your RRT credential, any ACCS, NPS, or SDS specialty credentials, and BLS and ACLS certifications. Recruiters filter on these fast, and missing or buried credentials will cost you interviews before a human reads your resume.
Tailor your resume to the care setting
A hospital ICU posting wants evidence of ventilator management and arterial blood gas interpretation. A home health posting wants patient education and independent case management. Swap out bullet points to match the specific environment, not just the job title.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists registered respiratory therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by shift and acuity level
Filter for night, rotating, or weekend differentials if those fit your schedule, and look for postings that specify ICU, step-down, or general floor acuity. Applying to roles that match your actual clinical experience reduces the chance of a skills mismatch in the first interview.
Prepare for a clinical scenario interview
Most respiratory therapist interviews include at least one real-world scenario, such as a deteriorating COPD patient or an intubated neonate on unconventional ventilation modes. Practice walking through your assessment, intervention, and documentation steps out loud before the interview.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Shift differentials, on-call pay, continuing education reimbursement, and credential maintenance support vary significantly between employers. Ask about each during the offer stage, since these can meaningfully affect your real take-home across a year of shifts.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most registered respiratory therapists?
The companies hiring the most registered respiratory therapists right now include American Traveler, Vibra Travels, and Voyage Health, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health system consolidation has increased demand at large regional and national hospital networks.
How many registered respiratory therapist jobs are remote?
About 5% of registered respiratory therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is low compared to most healthcare roles given the hands-on nature of the work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote options are telehealth respiratory consultation, sleep study scoring, and pulmonary disease case management.
How do you become a registered respiratory therapist?
You start by completing an accredited respiratory therapy program, which awards either an associate or bachelor's degree. After graduating, you pass the Therapist Multiple-Choice and Clinical Simulation Examination administered by the NBRC to earn the RRT credential. Most states then require you to obtain a state respiratory care license before practicing clinically.
Can you get hired as a registered respiratory therapist with little experience?
Yes, new graduates are regularly hired into general floor or step-down positions, especially at health systems with formal respiratory therapy residency or mentorship programs. Highlighting clinical rotations in your resume, specifying the patient populations you worked with, and obtaining your ACLS before applying will strengthen your candidacy against candidates with more years on the floor.
What does the registered respiratory therapist interview process look like?
Most interviews begin with a phone or video screen from HR or a hiring coordinator, followed by a panel or one-on-one interview with the respiratory therapy director and a charge therapist. Expect clinical scenario questions covering ventilator troubleshooting, emergent airway management, and patient education. Some employers include a brief written or computerized clinical assessment before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospitals, long-term acute care facilities, home health agencies, and outpatient clinics across the United States. Find roles that match your credentials, experience level, and preferred care setting, then apply directly to each listing.
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