Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Texas
Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, acute care, and pulmonary rehabilitation, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. The busiest hiring markets are Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where major employers like HCA Houston Healthcare, Baylor Scott and White Health, and Methodist Healthcare System maintain a consistent demand. Neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, critical care, and sleep disorder management are the specialties drawing the strongest interest from Texas hiring managers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
This position is part of our Internal Temporary Traveler Respiratory Therapist Staffing Program. These are 90 day assignment, with potental to renew afterwards.Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience
Job Description:
Position Summary:
This position reports directly to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy and receives day to day oversight from the Respiratory Supervisors. The Respiratory Care Practitioner performs respiratory care related duties to all age groups. The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for direct patient care within their scope of services in accordance with state licensure, and the Registration Board of Respiratory Care. The Respiratory Care Practitioner works under physician orders, follows departmental and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center policies. The Respiratory Care Practitioner utilizes a high level of critical thinking skills, must have the ability to apply the appropriate best-practice, be objective and receptive to others’ points of view with regard to patient care issues.
Education:
Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an Accredited School of Respiratory Therapy.
Licensure, Certification, Registration:
Massachusetts License
Certified Respiratory Therapist – Registered Respiratory Therapist Preferred
Current ACLS needs to be obtained within three months of employment
RRT is required, but can apply as CRT and must obtain RRT within a year.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Minimal Computer skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Working knowlegde of PC’s.
Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills.
Ability to impart specialized clinical and medical information to members of the health care team; physician, nurses
Experience:
Experience as a Staff Respiratory Therapist with a focus on critical care preferred
Pay Range:
$69.36 - $79.56The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
This position is part of our Internal Temporary Traveler Respiratory Therapist Staffing Program. These are 90 day assignment, with potental to renew afterwards.Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience
Job Description:
Position Summary:
This position reports directly to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy and receives day to day oversight from the Respiratory Supervisors. The Respiratory Care Practitioner performs respiratory care related duties to all age groups. The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for direct patient care within their scope of services in accordance with state licensure, and the Registration Board of Respiratory Care. The Respiratory Care Practitioner works under physician orders, follows departmental and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center policies. The Respiratory Care Practitioner utilizes a high level of critical thinking skills, must have the ability to apply the appropriate best-practice, be objective and receptive to others’ points of view with regard to patient care issues.
Education:
Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an Accredited School of Respiratory Therapy.
Licensure, Certification, Registration:
Massachusetts License
Certified Respiratory Therapist – Registered Respiratory Therapist Preferred
Current ACLS needs to be obtained within three months of employment
RRT is required, but can apply as CRT and must obtain RRT within a year.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Minimal Computer skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Working knowlegde of PC’s.
Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills.
Ability to impart specialized clinical and medical information to members of the health care team; physician, nurses
Experience:
Experience as a Staff Respiratory Therapist with a focus on critical care preferred
Pay Range:
$69.36 - $79.56The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Medical City Healthcare21
- St. David's HealthCare13
- Baylor Scott & White Health13
- Texas Health Resources12
- Methodist Health System12
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered respiratory therapist jobs across Texas.
- Active Registered Respiratory Therapist credential issued by the Texas Medical Board
- National Board for Respiratory Care RRT credential required or eligible
- Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program
- Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
- Experience with mechanical ventilation, ABG analysis, and pulmonary function testing
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered respiratory therapist in Texas?
To work as a registered respiratory therapist in Texas, you must hold an active license issued by the Texas Medical Board, which requires completing an accredited respiratory therapy program and passing both parts of the National Board for Respiratory Care credentialing exams, the Therapist Multiple Choice and the Clinical Simulation Exam. Texas does not recognize an exam waiver, so the RRT credential is a firm requirement before licensure is granted.
How much do registered respiratory therapists make in Texas?
Registered respiratory therapists in Texas earn a median of about $79,540 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,310 for the lowest 10% to over $99,690 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered respiratory therapists in Texas?
Employers hiring registered respiratory therapists in Texas right now include Medical City Healthcare, St. David's HealthCare, and Baylor Scott & White Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of large nonprofit and for-profit health systems means most openings are within multi-hospital networks that hire across inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings.
Which Texas cities have the most registered respiratory therapist jobs?
San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas account for the largest share of registered respiratory therapist openings in Texas, driven by the density of major medical centers, teaching hospitals, and regional health system campuses in those metros. Smaller cities like Lubbock and Corpus Christi also generate consistent openings through their anchor regional hospitals, which often serve large rural catchment areas and maintain steady respiratory therapy staffing needs.
Are there remote registered respiratory therapist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they are rare. Respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact for assessment, ventilator management, and treatment delivery, so fully remote positions represent a small share of the market. About 3% of registered respiratory therapist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles tend to be in telehealth-based pulmonary monitoring or case management rather than bedside care.
How can I get hired as a registered respiratory therapist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate hiring programs at large Texas health systems, which regularly post open positions for candidates who have completed their accredited program and passed the NBRC exams. Baylor Scott and White Health and HCA Houston Healthcare both run structured onboarding tracks for early-career respiratory therapists. Candidates who have worked as a patient care technician, medical assistant, or in a pulmonary function lab have an easier transition, and holding the Certified Respiratory Therapist credential before the RRT makes applications more competitive while the advanced exam is pending.
Where can I find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find roles that match your experience and credentials and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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