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HME Specialists
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

HME Specialists is currently seeking a passionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients by providing quality respiratory care and support. Joining our team means being a part of a company that values problem-solving and thrives on finding innovative solutions to meet the unique needs of our customers.

Your expertise and dedication as a Respiratory Therapist will be recognized and rewarded within our dynamic team environment. Take the next step in your career and apply today to become a crucial member of our customer-focused and forward-thinking team at HME Specialists.

  • Who are we? An Introduction
  • We strive to help each patient reach their highest level of medical independence by delivering equipment and services seamlessly, with exceptional care.
  • Your day to day as a Respiratory Therapist

As a Full-Time Respiratory Therapist at HME Specialists, you will play a vital role in completing and managing patient accounts. Your responsibilities will include working directly with patients, and providers, ensuring the upmost care is taken with every patient, maintaining patient documentation, and open communication with your team. Additionally, you will work closely with referral sources to ensure a smooth and efficient process for our patients.

Your attention to detail and ability to navigate complex insurance processes will contribute to our mission of providing exceptional care to our customers. Join our team today and be a part of our customer-centric and empathetic approach to healthcare.

Are you a good fit for this Respiratory Therapist job?

To be successful in the Full Time Respiratory Therapist position at HME Specialists, there are several key skills and qualifications we are looking for. First and foremost, you must have a valid RRT/CRT license and a current NM RCP license. We will also consider applicants with a Respiratory Therapy student license. In addition to the necessary licenses, excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for this role.

You will be interacting with patients, insurance providers, and referral sources on a regular basis, so clear and effective communication is crucial.

As a problem solver in a fast-paced environment, you must be able to adapt and think critically to ensure accurate insurance verification, obtain necessary prior authorizations, and effectively manage patient accounts.

If you possess these skills and qualifications and are eager to contribute to our patient-focused and forward-thinking culture, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at HME Specialists.

Essential Knowledge and Experience Needed

  • RRT/CRT and current NM RCP license required
  • Will consider Respiratory Therapy student license
  • Must have excellent verbal/written communication skills

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. Best of luck!

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist manages patient accounts and provides quality respiratory care and support. Responsibilities include coordinating with providers and referral sources while maintaining accurate patient documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid RRT/CRT and NM RCP license, though student licenses will be considered. Excellent communication skills and the ability to navigate complex insurance processes are essential.

Key Skills

Prior AuthorizationPatient Account ManagementVerbal CommunicationCritical Thinking

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Respiratory Therapist at HME Specialists a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Respiratory Therapy — ranked against 3,913 active Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Respiratory Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 5% in respiratory therapyranked against 3,913 Respiratory Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedRespiratory Therapy median $101k (middle half $68k–$115k)22 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingNew Mexico index 92.2US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Respiratory Therapy listings in New Mexico40 active3,923 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% no call · 52% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,913 Respiratory Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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$85k-95k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs · 22 employers
401k / retirement match
87%
Sign-on bonus
43%
Loan repayment
22%
PSLF eligible
13%
Relocation assistance
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#3

Respiratory Therapist - Providence Kodiak Island

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Respiratory Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,913 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About HME Specialists

Hospitals and Health Care
Albuquerque, New Mexico
51-200 employees

Living in Albuquerque

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$340k
Typical market rent
$1,455/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 5.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Albuquerque, NM metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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