Respiratory Therapist SNF

Respiratory TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$36-$40/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make a Difference in Healthcare? We are now hiring
a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) to join our dynamic team!

Salary Range: $$36-40$$ per hour

We are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care, and we’re
looking for a skilled Respiratory Therapist to help us ensure the well-being of
our residents. Our team thrives on person-centered care, trust, communication,
and collaboration, and we’re looking for someone who shares that vision.

What Makes Us Special?

* UKG Wallet: Access earned wages before payday.
* Competitive Wages: We offer a great salary package.
* Great Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
* Growth Opportunities: We support your professional development.
* Continuing Education & Training: Stay current with industry standards.

Are You Ready to Contribute to a Team, Committed to Excellent Customer Service
and Dedicated to Each Individual’s Unique Talent? 

If Yes, How You Will Contribute to the Team:

As a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT), you will be responsible for the
evaluation, treatment, and care of residents with breathing disorders. Under the
direction of a physician, you will set up and operate various types of
respiratory care equipment to be used in the diagnosis and treatment of
respiratory diseases, while carefully monitoring each resident’s physiological
responses to therapy.

Must Have

* 2-4 years of experience providing direct Respiratory Therapy.
* Current Respiratory License in the state.
* Ability to work under stress and in emergency situations.
* Current and valid CPR/BLS certification.
* Knowledgeable of nursing practices, procedures, terminology, laws,
regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.

Nice to Have

* Experience working with multiple residents.
* Experience in an acute care respiratory unit or Skilled Nursing environment.
* Experience with PointClickCare (PCC).

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national
origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by
law.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles varies depending on factors such as location, role, skill
set, and level of experience. As required by state or local law, we provide a
reasonable pay scale, including the hourly or salary range we reasonably expect
to pay for this role.

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for the evaluation, treatment, and care of residents suffering from breathing disorders. This includes setting up and operating various respiratory care equipment under physician direction while closely monitoring patient responses to therapy.

Requirements

Candidates must possess 2-4 years of experience providing direct Respiratory Therapy and hold a current state Respiratory License along with a valid CPR/BLS certification. Essential knowledge includes nursing practices, procedures, and regulations pertaining to long-term care, along with the ability to function under stress.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Respiratory Care Equipment OperationPhysiological MonitoringNursing Practices KnowledgeLong-Term Care Regulations

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 42 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 67% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$79k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $76k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$79k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score
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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
UKG Wallet (earned wage access)
Growth opportunities
Continuing education