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Knoxville, Tennessee

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callFull-Time

Pay not listed · Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Respiratory Therapist, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional respiratory care to patients across diverse clinical settings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work directly with patients and their care team where you are able to put the patient first.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ respiratory status through detailed evaluation of vital signs, oxygen levels, and physical examination findings.

Administer respiratory therapy treatments including nebulizers, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications with precision and care.

Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.

Conduct patient assessments to determine the need for respiratory interventions; monitor responses to treatments and adjust therapies accordingly.

Maintain accurate documentation of procedures, patient responses, medication administration, and vital signs in compliance with policies.

Requirements

Valid licensure as a Respiratory Therapist from the appropriate state licensing board. We are open to both CRT and RRT.

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are preferred.

Experience working in emergency medicine or acute care settings is highly desirable.

Familiarity with pulmonology concepts, medication administration protocols, and medical terminology relevant to respiratory therapy.

Ability to perform patient assessments accurately while maintaining a compassionate approach for pediatrics, geriatrics, and diverse patient populations.

Strong teamwork skills with the capacity to thrive under pressure in high-stakes environments like Level I trauma centers or hospital emergency departments. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to advancing respiratory health through expert care and compassionate service!

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

BLS (preferred)ACLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Patient assessmentNebulizer administrationAerosol medication administrationVital signs monitoringMedical documentationPatient care

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 62% have no call, 44% 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 Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

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

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution20 jobs

5
<$100k
9
$100k-115k
3
$115k-130k
3
$130k-145k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks18 jobs

401k / retirement match
78% this job
Sign-on bonus
39%
Relocation assistance
11%
CME allowance
6%
PSLF eligible
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#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 - Providence Kodiak Island

$37.08-$55.62/hr
+ 25 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.

  • Includes call

Living in Knoxville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$358k
Typical market rent
$1,712/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.6
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 · Knoxville, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance