Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Oklahoma
Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs in Oklahoma are concentrated in hospital systems, long-term acute care, and home health, with demand ranging from new-credential graduates through experienced lead therapists and sleep lab specialists. Oklahoma City and Tulsa anchor most hiring, followed by growing markets in Lawton and Norman, where OU Health, Integris Health, and Saint Francis Health System maintain consistent openings. Neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, pulmonary rehabilitation, and sleep diagnostics are the specialties drawing the most interest from Oklahoma employers right now. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Contract
Location: W. W. Hastings Hospital, Cherokee Nation
Address: 100 S. Bliss Ave, Tahlequah, OK 74464
Duration: 06/15/2026 – 09/19/2026
Schedule: 12-hour shifts | 3 shifts/week
Pay Rate: $50 – $52/hr
Requirements
- Active RRT (NBRC) certification
- Active Respiratory Therapist license (or eligibility for OK/compact license)
- Minimum 2 years of recent acute care hospital experience required
- Experience in hospital settings (ICU, ER, step-down, med-surg preferred)
- Experience with ventilators and critical care respiratory support
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts
Required Credentials
- BLS – Required
- ACLS – Preferred
- PALS – Preferred
- NRP – Preferred (if neonatal/peds assigned)
Interested?
Don’t miss this opportunity—apply while it’s open.
Reach out to Recruiter Joseph
520-924-8770
✉️ ojoseph@talentedmedicalsolutions.com
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Contract
Location: W. W. Hastings Hospital, Cherokee Nation
Address: 100 S. Bliss Ave, Tahlequah, OK 74464
Duration: 06/15/2026 – 09/19/2026
Schedule: 12-hour shifts | 3 shifts/week
Pay Rate: $50 – $52/hr
Requirements
- Active RRT (NBRC) certification
- Active Respiratory Therapist license (or eligibility for OK/compact license)
- Minimum 2 years of recent acute care hospital experience required
- Experience in hospital settings (ICU, ER, step-down, med-surg preferred)
- Experience with ventilators and critical care respiratory support
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts
Required Credentials
- BLS – Required
- ACLS – Preferred
- PALS – Preferred
- NRP – Preferred (if neonatal/peds assigned)
Interested?
Don’t miss this opportunity—apply while it’s open.
Reach out to Recruiter Joseph
520-924-8770
✉️ ojoseph@talentedmedicalsolutions.com
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What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered respiratory therapist jobs across Oklahoma.
- Active Oklahoma respiratory care license issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from a CoARC-accredited program
- Current Basic Life Support certification required at all clinical sites
- Minimum one year of acute care or hospital-based respiratory therapy experience preferred
- Experience with mechanical ventilation, ABG interpretation, and pulmonary function testing
Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered respiratory therapist in Oklahoma?
You must graduate from a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care-accredited program, pass the National Board for Respiratory Care's Therapist Multiple Choice and Clinical Simulation examinations to earn the RRT credential, then apply for a state license through the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision. Oklahoma requires a current, active license before you practice, and the license must be renewed on a set schedule with continuing education hours.
How much do registered respiratory therapists make in Oklahoma?
Registered respiratory therapists in Oklahoma earn a median of about $78,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,380 for the lowest 10% to over $95,350 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered respiratory therapists in Oklahoma?
Employers hiring registered respiratory therapists in Oklahoma right now include Voyage Health, Talented Medical Solutions, and Saint Francis Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oklahoma's largest integrated health systems drive the bulk of openings, particularly for therapists with critical care or neonatal experience.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most registered respiratory therapist jobs?
Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Tahlequah have the most registered respiratory therapist openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City leads because of the density of large health systems and Level I trauma centers anchored there, while Tulsa supports strong demand through Saint Francis Health System and Hillcrest HealthCare, and smaller metros like Norman and Lawton benefit from regional hospitals and long-term acute care facilities serving surrounding communities.
Are there remote registered respiratory therapist jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of registered respiratory therapist openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on and bedside-driven most of this work is. The functions most likely to carry any remote component are telehealth respiratory consultation, utilization review for durable medical equipment, and clinical education or training coordination roles.
How can I get hired as a registered respiratory therapist in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate positions at Oklahoma City or Tulsa hospital systems, where OU Health and Integris Health periodically run new-graduate orientation cohorts that provide structured mentorship in general medical-surgical and step-down units before advancing to specialty areas. Candidates who hold the Certified Respiratory Therapist credential while sitting for the RRT examination are competitive for these roles, and previous clinical externships completed at Oklahoma facilities carry particular weight with hiring managers at those same institutions.
Where can I find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oklahoma openings across hospital systems, long-term acute care, home health, and outpatient settings. Search the listings, find the roles that match your credentials and experience level, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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