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Apria Healthcare
Columbus, Ohio

Respiratory Therapist – Columbus, OH

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$35 - $40/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life.

As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.

With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.

If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™. Why is this Respiratory Therapist role different At Apria, you’ll experience a unique blend of clinical autonomy, meaningful patient interaction, and supportive team collaboration.

This role provides a balance between time in the branch and time in the field, allowing you to develop strong patient-facing clinical skills while maintaining workflow independence.

Key Highlights Hours

9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (flexible) Work Arrangement: On-site; 70% in the office, 30% on the road Driving Distance: Up to 1.5 hours one way (typically 30–40 minutes) On-Call: Every 2 weeks, rotating with the other RT; may assist with Driver duties if willing.

Salary Range $35 - $40/Hr per Hour.

Compensation offered may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education and location. On-Call transparency Rotation frequency: Every 2 weeks per month. May assist with Driver duties if willing.

What you’ll do Conduct home visits to perform oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow‑ups Educate patients and caregivers on equipment use, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance Assess patient needs, document care delivered, and escalate concerns appropriately Respond to hospital discharge requests and support patient needs Collaborating with physicians, case managers, and internal branch teams Maintain accurate documentation using iPad/laptop Set up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment, including, but not limited to, oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition Perform clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry and gathering vital signs Performs other duties as required What we look for Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active OH RT license Ability to stand, lift, push and/or pull objects ranging from 10 – 50 lbs.

Valid driver's license Comfortable using mobile technology, navigation tools, and digital documentation Education Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program Certificates, licenses, registrations or professional designations Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if that state requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory therapy Hold a current CPR Certification Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. #AccendraHealth Teammate

Benefits

As an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life’s stages. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.

Our benefits program includes: Medical, dental, and vision care coverage Paid time off plan 401(k) Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Basic life insurance Short-and long-term disability coverage Accident insurance Teammate Assistance Program Paid parental leave Domestic partner benefits Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.

Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Note: Accendra is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails.

All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our Company via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our Company.

No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company as a result of the referral or through other means. #AccendraHealth At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier.

We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.

With more than 6,000 teammates across a nationwide network of over 250 service locations across our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, we have the reach and expertise to make home-based care work better for everyone.

If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities ─ from remote-friendly to hybrid and in-person roles ─ and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct home visits to set up and follow up on respiratory care equipment, while educating patients and caregivers on its use. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to assess patient needs and maintain accurate documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active Ohio RT license and hold a current CPR certification. They should also be comfortable using mobile technology and able to lift objects ranging from 10 to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient EducationCPAP/BiPAP SetupVital Signs GatheringEquipment InspectionCare Coordination

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 55% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$78k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $84k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

10 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution10 jobs

3
<$115k
4
$115k-125k
2
$125k-135k
1
$139k

Annual compensation range

#1

Respiratory Therapist

Sutter Health · Sacramento, California

$47.68-$66.75/hr
#2

Respiratory Therapist II

Marian Regional Medical Center · Santa Maria, California

$52.03-$64.05/hr
#3

Respiratory Therapist – CRT/RRT

$45.05 - $63.70/hr
#4

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

$36.14-$56.23/hr
+ 8 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 3,803 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Columbus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$263k
Typical market rent
$1,450/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbus, OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Apria Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Indianapolis, Indiana
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Accident Insurance
Teammate Assistance Program