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Respire Homecare Services
Petoskey, Michigan

Respiratory Therapist - Home Care

Respiratory TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$35-$41/hr

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Job Description

About Respire

Respire Homecare Services provides comprehensive, compassionate, and personalized home care services for patients and their families by fostering an environment that balances both the needs of our employees and the needs of the company through open communication, teamwork, trust, and mutual respect.

We embrace change and the opportunity it brings to establish and administer sound policies, rules and practices that treat employees with dignity and equality.

Our focus is on delivering patient centered home care services while being committed to recruiting, developing, rewarding, and retaining our most valuable resource – our employees.

About the Role

The Respiratory Therapist provides in-home respiratory care and support for patients with chronic respiratory conditions and equipment needs. This role focuses on patient assessment, treatment, education, and ongoing follow-up to support safe and effective care in the home setting.

The Respiratory Therapist works closely with patients, caregivers, physicians, nurses, and other members of the care team to ensure continuity of care and positive patient outcomes. This position requires regular travel to patient homes and prolonged periods of computer and documentation work.

What You’LL Do

Provide in-home respiratory assessments, treatment, and follow-up care for patients with COPD, asthma, CHF, ventilator or tracheostomy needs, and other chronic respiratory conditions.

Educate patients and caregivers on equipment operation, oxygen safety, and preventive care strategies.

Coordinate care with nurses, physicians, case managers, and family members to support safe transitions from hospital to home.

Monitor patient progress, report condition changes promptly, and support physician-directed plans of care and treatment.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Support patients in managing their respiratory health and treatment plans independently when appropriate.

What You’LL Bring

Current Respiratory Therapist license (RRT or CRT) and BLS certification required. Must hold and maintain all licenses, certifications, and registrations required by the state in which they work and support patient care activities.

  • Previous experience in home health, subacute care, pulmonary rehabilitation, or related settings preferred.
  • Understanding of insurance requirements including Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance.
  • Ability to supervise clinical personnel as needed.
  • Comfortable working independently in a remote field-based environment while maintaining strong collaboration with the care team.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and patient education skills.

Why You’LL Love Working Here

  • Mission-driven culture focused on whole-person wellness and dignity
  • Opportunities for career growth within the company

Competitive Pay and Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Pay range: $35-$41/hr (rate will be based on experience and location)
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Company-provided car

Sign-on Bonus

Take the leap and bring your expertise where it’s truly needed; apply today and help us create healthier tomorrows, one home at a time.

Key Responsibilities

Provide respiratory assessments, treatment, education, and follow-up care in patients’ homes, including support for respiratory equipment and chronic conditions. Coordinate with patients, caregivers, and the care team, monitor progress and changes in condition, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

A current RRT or CRT license and BLS certification are required, along with any state-required licenses and registrations. Related care experience is preferred; candidates should understand insurance requirements and be able to work independently, collaborate with the care team, communicate effectively, and educate patients.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Respiratory AssessmentRespiratory TreatmentCOPD CareAsthma CareVentilator CareTracheostomy CareCare CoordinationPatient MonitoringCaregiver EducationClinical Supervision

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 60% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$79k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $82k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

6 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution6 jobs

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$60k
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$80k-100k
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$100k-120k
3
$120k-140k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution6 jobs

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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Respiratory Therapist

Sutter Health · Sacramento, California

$47.68-$66.75/hr
#2

Respiratory Therapist

Northwell · Terryville, New York

$80k-$136k
#3

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist

$58-$63/hr
#4

Respiratory Therapist - Providence Kodiak Island

$37.08-$55.62/hr
+ 4 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,690 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Petoskey

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$462k
Median resident rent
$1,006/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Respire Homecare Services

Medical Practices
Elmhurst, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Life insurance
Paid time off
Company-provided car
Sign-on bonus