Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Missouri
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Missouri are concentrated in hospital systems, long-term acute care, and pediatric and neonatal units, with steady demand across every experience level from new graduates to supervisory clinicians. The largest hiring activity is in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield, where employers such as BJC HealthCare, Saint Luke's Health System, and Mercy Health maintain ongoing respiratory therapy staffing needs. Critical care, neonatal intensive care, and pulmonary rehabilitation are among the most consistently sought specialties in the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Saint Louis, Missouri
- Respiratory and Pulmonary
- Nights
- Part-Time
- 119130
- $26.97 – $46.74 / hour (Salary or hourly rate is based on job qualifications and relevant work experience)
Job Description
- Part Time Nights
- 6:45pm- 7:15am
- (2) 12 hour shifts per week
- Rotating weekends and Holidays
- No on call requirements!!
Overview
Christian Hospital has been serving St. Louis and the surrounding metro areas since 1903. U.S. News & World Report ranks Christian Hospital No. 5 in St. Louis for overall clinical excellence and No. 9 in Missouri, which puts us in the top 6% of all hospitals in the state!
The U.S. News adult methodology ranks clinical specialties and rates common care procedures and conditions. Christian was nationally ranked as “high performing” in the clinical specialty of geriatrics and in the following seven of 21 common procedures and conditions: heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes, COPD, pneumonia and stroke. High performing in a specialty means we were in the top 10% nationally of all evaluated hospitals for that specialty or procedure and condition.
Northwest HealthCare, six miles west of Christian, offers 24- hour emergency care, the Sleep Disorders Center and a variety of outpatient diagnostic and imaging services.
The Physical Therapy Department at Christian Hospital is located on the second floor of CH. Services are provided to patients of all ages with musculoskeletal deficiencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose
Provides direct patient care activities related to respiratory care including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation within the guidelines of the hospital and department. Can independently apply advanced clinical respiratory expertise and scientific knowledge including best practices serving as a resource to others as part of the patient care team. Ensures patient safety by providing care in an effective, developmentally and age appropriate manner while complying with all quality and regulatory requirements as well as quality improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Effectively communicates by participating in the exchange of information including documentation, handoff and works collaboratively with the healthcare team.
- Provides education and training about respiratory therapy treatments and procedures to others including patients, families, students, new employees and members of the healthcare team utilizing diversity and learning styles.
- Holds self-accountable and seeks out opportunities for continuous learning and feedback and is able to perform multiple related duties, prioritizing and applying effective time management.
- Performs various diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures according to established standards, procedures, guidelines and policies. Applies respiratory knowledge and clinical expertise, including the ability to assess, analyze and troubleshoot as needed.
- Demonstrates advanced clinical and critical care skills to support additional job responsibilities such as ECMO support, mechanical ventilator support, bronchoscopies, sleep lab, labor and delivery, cardiopulmonary and circulatory rehabilitation, Basic Life Support (BLS), etc. as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Assoc or CoARC Accredited Prog
- Respiratory Therapy
Experience
- No Experience
Supervisor Experience
- No Experience
Licenses & Certifications
- Basic Cardiovascular Life Sup
- Respiratory Care Practitioner
- RRT
Preferred Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
Benefits and Legal Statement
BJC Total Rewards
At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
- Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
- Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
- 401(k) plan with BJC match
- Tuition Assistance available on first day
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
- Adoption assistance
To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.
- Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
- Saint Louis, Missouri
- Respiratory and Pulmonary
- Nights
- Part-Time
- 119130
- $26.97 – $46.74 / hour (Salary or hourly rate is based on job qualifications and relevant work experience)
Job Description
- Part Time Nights
- 6:45pm- 7:15am
- (2) 12 hour shifts per week
- Rotating weekends and Holidays
- No on call requirements!!
Overview
Christian Hospital has been serving St. Louis and the surrounding metro areas since 1903. U.S. News & World Report ranks Christian Hospital No. 5 in St. Louis for overall clinical excellence and No. 9 in Missouri, which puts us in the top 6% of all hospitals in the state!
The U.S. News adult methodology ranks clinical specialties and rates common care procedures and conditions. Christian was nationally ranked as “high performing” in the clinical specialty of geriatrics and in the following seven of 21 common procedures and conditions: heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes, COPD, pneumonia and stroke. High performing in a specialty means we were in the top 10% nationally of all evaluated hospitals for that specialty or procedure and condition.
Northwest HealthCare, six miles west of Christian, offers 24- hour emergency care, the Sleep Disorders Center and a variety of outpatient diagnostic and imaging services.
The Physical Therapy Department at Christian Hospital is located on the second floor of CH. Services are provided to patients of all ages with musculoskeletal deficiencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose
Provides direct patient care activities related to respiratory care including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation within the guidelines of the hospital and department. Can independently apply advanced clinical respiratory expertise and scientific knowledge including best practices serving as a resource to others as part of the patient care team. Ensures patient safety by providing care in an effective, developmentally and age appropriate manner while complying with all quality and regulatory requirements as well as quality improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Effectively communicates by participating in the exchange of information including documentation, handoff and works collaboratively with the healthcare team.
- Provides education and training about respiratory therapy treatments and procedures to others including patients, families, students, new employees and members of the healthcare team utilizing diversity and learning styles.
- Holds self-accountable and seeks out opportunities for continuous learning and feedback and is able to perform multiple related duties, prioritizing and applying effective time management.
- Performs various diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures according to established standards, procedures, guidelines and policies. Applies respiratory knowledge and clinical expertise, including the ability to assess, analyze and troubleshoot as needed.
- Demonstrates advanced clinical and critical care skills to support additional job responsibilities such as ECMO support, mechanical ventilator support, bronchoscopies, sleep lab, labor and delivery, cardiopulmonary and circulatory rehabilitation, Basic Life Support (BLS), etc. as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Assoc or CoARC Accredited Prog
- Respiratory Therapy
Experience
- No Experience
Supervisor Experience
- No Experience
Licenses & Certifications
- Basic Cardiovascular Life Sup
- Respiratory Care Practitioner
- RRT
Preferred Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's Degree
Benefits and Legal Statement
BJC Total Rewards
At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
- Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
- Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
- 401(k) plan with BJC match
- Tuition Assistance available on first day
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
- Adoption assistance
To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.
- Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
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Respiratory Therapist Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Mercy13
- BJC HealthCare7
- University of Missouri Health Care7
- Lincare6
- CoxHealth6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in respiratory therapist jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri respiratory care license issued by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program
- Basic Life Support certification required at time of hire
- Experience with mechanical ventilation and critical care monitoring in a clinical setting
- Strong working knowledge of pulmonary function testing and patient education protocols
Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a respiratory therapist in Missouri?
You must hold an active license issued by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts before practicing in the state. To qualify, you need to complete an accredited respiratory therapy program at the associate or bachelor's level and pass the National Board for Respiratory Care examinations to earn the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential. Missouri does not offer reciprocity by endorsement alone, so out-of-state applicants must meet the same examination and educational standards.
How much do respiratory therapists make in Missouri?
Respiratory therapists in Missouri earn a median of about $78,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,950 for the lowest 10% to over $95,730 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire respiratory therapists in Missouri?
Missouri respiratory therapist roles are posted by Mercy, BJC HealthCare, and University of Missouri Health Care and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems drive the bulk of consistent openings, particularly in urban and suburban hospital campuses across St. Louis and Kansas City.
Which Missouri cities have the most respiratory therapist jobs?
St. Louis, Springfield, and Kansas City lead Missouri for respiratory therapist openings. St. Louis anchors demand through its dense concentration of academic medical centers and specialty hospitals, Kansas City draws volume from its major regional health systems and Level I trauma centers, and Springfield serves as the primary hub for southwestern Missouri with Mercy and CoxHealth operating large campuses there.
Are there remote respiratory therapist jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they are rare. Respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact for most functions, so the vast majority of positions are on-site. About 0% of respiratory therapist openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in telehealth monitoring, utilization review, or clinical education and training roles.
How can I get hired as a respiratory therapist in Missouri with little or no experience?
Applying for new-graduate positions within Missouri's large health systems is the most realistic entry path. BJC HealthCare and Mercy Health both run structured new-graduate orientation programs that provide supervised clinical hours for candidates coming directly from accredited programs. Roles such as respiratory therapy technician or pulmonary function technician can also serve as a stepping stone. Holding your Registered Respiratory Therapist credential and a current Missouri license before applying gives you a clear advantage over candidates still awaiting results.
Where can I find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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