Respiratory Therapist
Listed compensation
$30-$32/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Seeking a Compassionate Respiratory Therapist in Glen Burnie, MD.
We are seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled Respiratory Therapist (RRT) dedicated to improving patient health, comfort, and confidence through personalized, in‑home respiratory care.
This role is ideal for clinicians who value meaningful patient relationships, hands‑on support, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference outside of a traditional clinical setting. You will provide ventilator management, oxygen therapy guidance, and respiratory education that empowers patients and families.
Every visit you make directly enhances safety, independence, and overall wellbeing—making you a vital part of delivering care with dignity, empathy, and excellence.
Work Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday
On-Call Duties: Ability to be on-call on a rotation basis for emergencies
Impact Responsibilities
Conduct in‑home respiratory assessments with compassion and attentiveness, ensuring patients feel heard, supported, and respected.
Provide clear, empathetic education to patients and caregivers on ventilators, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory equipment, helping them feel confident and secure in their care.
Adjust ventilator settings and clinical plans based on patient needs and physician orders, prioritizing comfort, safety, and individualized care.
Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced respiratory equipment with patience and reassurance, reducing stress for patients and families.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all clinical services and interactions to support continuity of care and positive health outcomes.
Offer ongoing phone support and follow‑up care, providing calm, compassionate guidance during moments of uncertainty or urgent need.
Participate in on‑call rotations and complete home visits as needed, delivering care with empathy and professionalism.
Support the training and orientation of new clinical staff, modeling patient‑centered communication and compassionate care practices.
Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure patients receive safe, reliable, and dignified respiratory support in their homes.
Requirements
- Required Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or GED equivalent, required
- Active licensure in your primary state of residence as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) or other acceptable medical credential (e. g., RC, RN, LPN, LPV) based on state licensure laws
- Willingness to obtain licensure in neighboring states if required by service area
- Preferred Education and/or Experience
- Completion of an accredited program in respiratory care, nursing, or a related paramedical field
- Experience in home respiratory care or home healthcare
- Degree in respiratory therapy or a related science
- At least one year of relevant clinical experience
- Familiarity with medical terminology
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a background check, drug screening, compliance onboarding, and credentialing requirements, as well as maintaining a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record when applicable to the position.
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Benefits
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Bonus and incentive opportunities
- Fixed and variable car reimbursement for Area Managers and Account Executives
- Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement (as applicable)
- Employee discount and recognition programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Key Responsibilities
The Respiratory Therapist will conduct in-home respiratory assessments and provide education on ventilators and oxygen therapy to patients and caregivers. They are responsible for adjusting clinical plans, monitoring equipment, and maintaining accurate documentation to ensure high-quality patient care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Respiratory Therapist at Impact to Health 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 3,845 active Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
In Maryland, the Respiratory Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (34 salary observations; 87 listings), vs ~$85k nationally (1,979 salary observations; 10,894 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 60% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$64k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $61k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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