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Performance Home Medical
Kent, Washington

Respiratory Therapist - Kent (53921)

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$35-$42/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Kent - Kent, WA 98032Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $35.00 - $42.00 HourlyJob Category: Health CareAt Performance Home Medical, we’ve been at the forefront of providing top-quality respiratory products and services since 1995. Our mission is simple: patients come first.

By combining cutting-edge technology with compassionate clinical support, we help individuals take control of their health, improving both their quality of life and long-term outcomes. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) to join our growing healthcare team.

In addition, we are excited to offer a $2,500 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team! Discover a rewarding career at Performance Home Medical, where we believe in fostering a great work-life balance and a supportive team environment.

As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday schedule from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with an occasional on-call rotation. This role allows you to make a meaningful impact on patient care while maintaining a schedule that fits your lifestyle.

As a Respiratory Therapist, you’ll be more than just a clinician—you’ll be a trusted partner in patient care, helping individuals and caregivers navigate their respiratory needs with confidence and ease. Why Choose Us?

Supportive & Positive Work Culture – Join a fun, performance-driven team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. Extensive

Benefits

Package – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, 401(k) with company match, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 8 paid holidays, and more. Comprehensive Training & Onboarding – We invest in your success with hands-on training and ongoing support.

Make a Meaningful Impact – Your expertise will directly enhance patients' well-being and independence. Job descriptions and needs would entail but are not limited to: Educate, support, and empower patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals on respiratory therapies and equipment management.

Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and instruct on a variety of medical devices, including: CPAP/Bi-level therapy Home ventilators Cough Assist devices Oscillation vests Conduct home and hospital visits to assess patient needs and provide follow-up care.

Ensure proper functionality of equipment through inspection and testing. Complete thorough and timely documentation to maintain compliance and patient records.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. Active Washington State Respiratory Therapist license (Oregon license a plus!). Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for home and hospital visits. Passion for patient care and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

Educate patients and caregivers on respiratory therapies and manage the operation and maintenance of medical equipment. Conduct home and hospital visits to assess patient needs and ensure accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Requires a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification and an active Washington State Respiratory Therapist license. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle for travel.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Respiratory therapyPatient educationCPAP therapyPatient assessmentTroubleshooting medical devices

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Respiratory Therapist - Kent (53921) at Performance Home Medical a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Respiratory Therapy — ranked against 3,768 active Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 53% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$80k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$80k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

9 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution9 jobs

3
<$115k
4
$115k-125k
1
$132k
1
$139k

Annual compensation range

#1

Respiratory Therapist

Sutter Health · Sacramento, California

$47.68-$66.75/hr
#2

Respiratory Therapist – CRT/RRT

Garnet Health · Middletown, New York

$45.05 - $63.70/hr
#3

Respiratory Therapist (RT), Cardiopulmonary Rehab - Full Time (36hrs/week), Egg Harbor Township

$36.14-$56.23/hr
#4

Respiratory Therapist - Providence Kodiak Island

$37.08-$55.62/hr
+ 7 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,768 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • Includes call

Living in Kent

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$593k
Typical market rent
$1,973/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Performance Home Medical

Hospitals and Health Care
Houston, TX
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
8 paid holidays