Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$35.23/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist is $35.23 per hour. This is 18% lower than the practicing US average of $41.60.
Last updated on April 19, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Registered Respiratory Therapist compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
$35.23/hour
18% lower than the practicing US average.
$41.60/hour
United States
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| St. Luke's Health System | $37 | $37 |
| Core Medical-Perm | $37 | $45 |
| Phoebe Putney Health System | $36 | $36 |
| Lee Health | $36 | $37 |
| Healthcare Support Permanent Placement | $35 | $35 |
| The Hospitals of Providence | $35 | $35 |
| Talenz Healthcare | $33 | $33 |
| University of Miami | $32 | $32 |
| Shannon Health | $29 | $29 |
| Tenet-Alabama | $28 | $28 |
Last updated on April 19, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Respiratory Therapist FAQs
What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Registered Respiratory Therapist?
Earning your Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT), RRT - Adult Critical Care Specialty (RRT-ACCS), Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT), Sleep Disorders Specialist (CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) often increases your salary potential as a registered respiratory therapist or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.
Can having a Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) boost my salary as a Registered Respiratory Therapist?
Yes, having a Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a registered respiratory therapist.
Can having a RRT - Adult Critical Care Specialty (RRT-ACCS) boost my salary as a Registered Respiratory Therapist?
Yes, having a RRT - Adult Critical Care Specialty (RRT-ACCS) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a registered respiratory therapist.
Can having a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) boost my salary as a Registered Respiratory Therapist?
Yes, having a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a registered respiratory therapist.
Can having a Sleep Disorders Specialist (CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS) boost my salary as a Registered Respiratory Therapist?
Yes, having a Sleep Disorders Specialist (CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a registered respiratory therapist.
Can having a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) boost my salary as a Registered Respiratory Therapist?
Yes, having a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a registered respiratory therapist.
Where can I learn more about working as a Registered Respiratory Therapist?
Take a look at Vivian's Registered Respiratory Therapist Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.