Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Missouri

Respiratory Therapist jobs in Missouri are open across Springfield, Jefferson City, and Joplin and other Missouri metros, with employers like Mercy, CoxHealth, and Mosaic Life Care hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles59+
Top employerMercy
Top citySpringfield, MO
Cities hiring20
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Freeman Health System
Respiratory Therapist
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Freeman Health System
Added 5d ago
Respiratory Therapist
Freeman Health System
Joplin, Missouri
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Freeman Health System
Respiratory Therapist RRT
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Freeman Health System
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Respiratory Therapist RRT
Freeman Health System
Joplin, Missouri
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Freeman Health System
Respiratory Therapist II
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Freeman Health System
Added 6d ago
Respiratory Therapist II
Freeman Health System
Joplin, Missouri
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Freeman Health System
Respiratory Therapist
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Freeman Health System
Added 1w ago
Respiratory Therapist
Freeman Health System
Joplin, Missouri
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Northeast Regional Medical Center
Respiratory Therapist
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Northeast Regional Medical Center
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Respiratory Therapist
Northeast Regional Medical Center
Kirksville, Missouri
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None

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Respiratory Therapist Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Springfield
10 jobs
Jefferson City
6 jobs
Joplin
5 jobs
St. Louis
5 jobs
Branson
4 jobs
Chesterfield
4 jobs
Saint Joseph
3 jobs
St Joseph
3 jobs
Washington
3 jobs

Respiratory Therapist Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Mercy
    Mercy13
  • CoxHealth
    CoxHealth7
  • Mosaic Life Care
    Mosaic Life Care6
  • SSM Health
    SSM Health6
  • Freeman Health System
    Freeman Health System5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services52
  • Accounting & Auditing2

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in respiratory therapist jobs across Missouri.

  • Active RRT or CRT credential from the NBRC
  • Current state licensure in the state of employment
  • BLS certification required at hire, ACLS often required within 90 days
  • Minimum one to two years of acute care clinical experience
  • Proficiency with mechanical ventilators and airway management procedures
  • Experience with electronic health record documentation systems

Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How many respiratory therapist jobs are there in Missouri?

There are 59+ respiratory therapist openings in Missouri on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Springfield, Jefferson City, and Joplin. New positions post regularly as employers across Missouri hire.

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 Missouri cities have the most respiratory therapist jobs?

Springfield, Jefferson City, and Joplin have the most respiratory therapist openings in Missouri right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire respiratory therapists in Missouri?

Employers hiring respiratory therapists in Missouri include Mercy, CoxHealth, and Mosaic Life Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote respiratory therapist jobs in Missouri?

Yes. About 0% of respiratory therapist openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Missouri metros.

How do I apply for respiratory therapist jobs in Missouri?

You can apply to respiratory therapist jobs in Missouri directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Missouri location, then apply to each one that fits.

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