Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Location-THH-Denton-TX

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About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

  • We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
  • We never settle by constantly striving for better.
  • We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
  • We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

  • Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • PTO accrual beginning Day 1
  • Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist will work with a team in a culture of learning and advancement, using scientific values, therapies, and techniques to improve patient care and outcomes.

Essential Functions of the Role

Performs and directs respiratory care services like oxygen and aerosol therapy. Works with the attending physician and care team. Administers care with quality and excellence, following procedures. Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation in emergencies.

Adheres to established policies, including infection control, isolation, HIPAA, time and attendance, and social media.

Performs willingly and professionally with peers and patients to maintain the very best work environment and outcomes.

Embraces the autonomy to grow and enhance skills such that professional and technical requirements are accomplished.

Focuses on continuous quality improvement in all aspects of clinical care. Identifies, executes, and shares opportunities to improve patient care.

Key Success Factors

  • General knowledge of Respiratory Care modalities, therapies, equipment, and medications.
  • Able to read, write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • General computer skills, including but not limited to: data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand-held scanning, and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

  • EDUCATION - Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
  • EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

Certification/License/Registration -

Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS in 30 days of hire or transfer.

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).

Reg Respiratory Therapist (RRT): Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board Respiratory Care.

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory care services, including oxygen and aerosol therapy, while collaborating with the attending physician and care team. They are responsible for administering emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation and ensuring high-quality patient care in accordance with established clinical protocols.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Oxygen therapyHIPAA compliance

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Respiratory Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedRespiratory Therapy median $78k (middle half $66k–$81k)20 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Respiratory Therapy listings in Texas228 active3,917 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 46% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

33 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

23 jobs · 18 employers
9
<$85k
4
$85k-100k
6
$100k-115k
2
$115k-130k
2
$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
83% this job
Sign-on bonus
48%
Loan repayment
22%
PSLF eligible
13%
Relocation assistance
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Respiratory Therapist – CRT/RRT

Garnet Health · Middletown, New York

$45.05 - $63.70/hr
#2

Respiratory Therapist II

Olympic Medical Center · Port Angeles, Washington

$41.41-$62.92/hr
#3

Respiratory Therapist - Providence Kodiak Island

$37.08-$55.62/hr
#4

Respiratory Therapist

$35.94-$55.43/hr
+ 31 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 3,921 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Baylor Scott & White Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Dallas, Texas
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Immediate health and welfare benefits
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Tuition reimbursement
PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Living in Denton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$309k
Typical market rent
$1,492/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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