Respiratory Therapist
Listed compensation
$23.5-$38.9/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
A well-established healthcare facility near Lafayette, Louisiana, is looking to add a full-time Respiratory Therapist to its team! This is a great opportunity for a Respiratory Therapist looking to join a supportive healthcare environment and make a difference in the lives of patients.
Pay: $23.50–$38.90/hour, depending on experience.
Respiratory Therapist Position
- Full-time, direct-hire opportunity.
- Provide respiratory care to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients, including critical, non-critical, and chronically ill patients.
- Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare team members to provide inhaled medications and operate respiratory equipment as part of each patient's care plan.
Respiratory Therapist Qualifications
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
- Active Respiratory Therapist (RT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the state of employment.
- 1–3 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred.
The Location
Enjoy the charm of Southwest Louisiana, where southern hospitality meets outdoor adventure and plenty of local entertainment!
Outdoor enthusiasts will love the area's access to lakes, fishing, hunting, boating, and both freshwater and saltwater recreation.
You'll also have convenient access to everyday amenities, with Houston and New Orleans just a drive away.
Key Responsibilities
The Respiratory Therapist will provide comprehensive respiratory care to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients across various acuity levels. They will also collaborate with the healthcare team to monitor patient progress and operate specialized respiratory equipment.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and an active state license as an RT or RCP. One to three years of relevant clinical experience is preferred for this position.
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Ironside Human Resources holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 169 active listings.
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 60% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $49k–$81k | Respiratory Therapy median $86k (middle half $79k–$96k)571 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$74k in purchasing power | Louisiana index 88.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Respiratory Therapy listings in Louisiana | 61 active | 4,023 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 60% no call · 48% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Respiratory Therapy listings | 1,278 in the last 30 days | 802 the 30 days before (+59%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Respiratory Therapy pay trend | +2.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Ironside Human Resources | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index169 active listings |
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