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Adapt Health
Cordova, Tennessee

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callFull-Time

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Job Description

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About AdaptHealth

At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment and related services that empower patients to live their best lives – beyond the hospital and at home.

With supporting locations across the nation, AdaptHealth is the vital link in the healthcare ecosystem that bridges the gap between patients, providers, and high-quality, compassionate care.

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of patients, we invite you to explore a career with AdaptHealth.

  • The Adapt Difference
  • Commitment to Our People – Support, Development, and Advancement Opportunities
  • Competitive Compensation and Incentives
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards & Benefits
  • Industry-Leading Care & Innovation
  • Responsible Environmental Stewardship

About the Role

Respiratory Therapist

As a Respiratory Therapist with AdaptHealth, you’ll deliver high quality, patient centered respiratory care in alternate care settings. You’ll manage preventative, rehabilitative, and palliative therapies while collaborating closely with physicians, referrals, and caregivers to ensure safe, effective transitions to home.

Core Responsibilities

  • Deliver and manage respiratory therapies including PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, and oxygen therapy
  • Perform comprehensive clinical assessments, interpret findings, and provide recommendations to physicians and referral sources
  • Conduct patient set-ups, follow-ups, and education, ensuring patient and caregiver confidence with equipment
  • Participate in highly technical discharges, planning ahead to support smooth transitions to home care
  • Monitor patient progress, follow up with physicians and referrals, and document outcomes and recommendations
  • Provide clinical in-services and education to hospital staff and other healthcare professionals
  • Maintain strict adherence to infection control, PPE, HIPAA, and patient safety standards
  • Complete accurate, timely documentation and charting in compliance with ACHC and company standards
  • Review and maintain Plans of Treatment and Care Plans to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Coordinate and assist with CPAP/BiPAP authorizations and referrals
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and manage respiratory equipment and supply inventory
  • Participate in on-call rotation as needed
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Why You’re the Best Fit

Demonstrated experience providing respiratory care with any of the following PAP, ventilator, airway clearance, or oxygen therapy

Strong clinical assessment, decision making, and problem solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and adapt care as needed

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with patients, caregivers, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams

Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and remain flexible in a fast paced, changing healthcare environment

Technical aptitude with Microsoft Office and clinical systems, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies and understand regulatory requirements at the local, state, and federal levels

Role Requirements

Associates Degree from an AMA-approved Respiratory Program

One (1) year of clinical experience as a Healthcare Respiratory Therapist, HME Respiratory Therapist or Nurse with ventilator experience

Valid and unrestricted Respiratory Therapist license in all states serviced by the branch or Associate degree in Nursing with an active and unrestricted LPN or RN license

CPR certification

Valid and unrestricted driver’s license

Work Environment

Physical Requirements: Each role has a unique set of physical demands and work environment(s) that an employee will encounter while performing the essential function of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability(s) to perform the essential functions. For more detail surrounding these requirements please inquire upon application selection.

Compensation

Compensation is based on experience, location and role level

  • Total Rewards & Benefits Program
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage (eligible first of the month following hire)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off Plans including 6 paid holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental Bonding Leave
  • Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • CVS Minute Clinic and Teledoc access
  • Spousal Advantage Reimbursement Plan
  • Identity Theft Protection and Legal Plan

*Applicable waiting periods apply

  • Requirements Disclosure
  • Company conducted Background Check is required for all roles
  • Company conducted Motor Vehicle Record Check is required for driving roles
  • Clinical roles require valid licensure/certification, where applicable

In accordance with Florida law, candidates applying for positions located in Florida are required to undergo background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, as applicable. As required, we are providing all applicants with access to the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: info.flclearinghouse.com

In accordance with California law, candidates applying for positions located in California that require on-site presence at a Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) facility must obtain a California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Exemptee License.

This license requires completion of state-approved training and a course completion certificate, as HMDR facilities are required to have an Exemptee physically present during all hours of operation in lieu of a pharmacist.

Applicants must include proof of required training with their license application or disclose their intent to obtain. More information on the CDPH HMDR program and approved training options can be found here: cdph.ca.gov.

AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about and committed to changing lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with AdaptHealth!

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist will deliver and manage respiratory therapies such as PAP, ventilator, and oxygen therapy in alternate care settings. They will also perform clinical assessments, educate patients and caregivers, and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an associate degree from an AMA-approved respiratory program and possess at least one year of clinical experience. A valid, unrestricted respiratory therapist license and CPR certification are also required.

Key Skills

Respiratory therapyPatient educationVentilator managementEquipment troubleshootingHIPAA complianceInterdisciplinary collaborationCare planning

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 42% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Respiratory Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedRespiratory Therapy median $73k (middle half $71k–$79k)39 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Respiratory Therapy listings in Tennessee124 active3,964 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 42% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTennessee healthcare professional listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 2% offer loan repayment131 active listings, Nov 2026
New Respiratory Therapy listings1,276 in the last 30 days708 the 30 days before (+80%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Respiratory Therapy pay trend−2.2% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

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

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

29 jobs · 17 employers
17
<$85k
4
$85k-100k
6
$100k-115k
1
$130k
1
$131k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs · 17 employers
401k / retirement match
74% this job
Sign-on bonus
53%
Loan repayment
26%
CME allowance
5%
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$41.41-$62.92/hr
#2

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$41.74-$62.48/hr
#3

Respiratory Therapist

$37.61-$55.27/hr
#4

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$33.16-$51.4/hr
+ 34 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 3,963 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Adapt Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Conshohocken, PA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage (eligible first of month following hire)
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off including 6 paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental Bonding Leave
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
FSA and HSA

Living in Cordova

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$261k
Typical market rent
$1,692/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.2
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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