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West Branch, Michigan

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$35-$40/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Seeking a Compassionate Respiratory Therapist in West Branch, MI.

We are seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled Respiratory Therapist (RRT) dedicated to improving patient health, comfort, and confidence through personalized, in‑home respiratory care.

This role is ideal for clinicians who value meaningful patient relationships, hands‑on support, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference outside of a traditional clinical setting. You will provide ventilator management, oxygen therapy guidance, and respiratory education that empowers patients and families.

Every visit you make directly enhances safety, independence, and overall wellbeing—making you a vital part of delivering care with dignity, empathy, and excellence.

Work Schedule: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday through Friday

On-Call Duties: On-call if driver does not respond

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct in‑home respiratory assessments with compassion and attentiveness, ensuring patients feel heard, supported, and respected.

Provide clear, empathetic education to patients and caregivers on ventilators, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory equipment, helping them feel confident and secure in their care.

Adjust ventilator settings and clinical plans based on patient needs and physician orders, prioritizing comfort, safety, and individualized care.

Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced respiratory equipment with patience and reassurance, reducing stress for patients and families.

Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all clinical services and interactions to support continuity of care and positive health outcomes.

Offer ongoing phone support and follow‑up care, providing calm, compassionate guidance during moments of uncertainty or urgent need.

Participate in on‑call rotations and complete home visits as needed, delivering care with empathy and professionalism.

Support the training and orientation of new clinical staff, modeling patient‑centered communication and compassionate care practices.

Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure patients receive safe, reliable, and dignified respiratory support in their homes.

Requirements

  • Required Education and/or Experience
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent, required
  • Active licensure in your primary state of residence as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) or other acceptable medical credential (e. g., RC, RN, LPN, LPV) based on state licensure laws
  • Willingness to obtain licensure in neighboring states if required by service area
  • Preferred Education and/or Experience
  • Completion of an accredited program in respiratory care, nursing, or a related paramedical field
  • Experience in home respiratory care or home healthcare
  • Degree in respiratory therapy or a related science
  • At least one year of relevant clinical experience

Familiarity with Medical Terminology

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a background check, drug screening, compliance onboarding, and credentialing requirements, as well as maintaining a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record when applicable to the position.

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Benefits

  • Benefits
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • Bonus and incentive opportunities
  • Fixed and variable car reimbursement for Area Managers and Account Executives
  • Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement (as applicable)
  • Employee discount and recognition programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k), HSA, and FSA/Dependent Care FSA
  • Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance, disability, accidental death, identity protection, and legal services

Key Responsibilities

Conduct in-home respiratory assessments and provide patient education on ventilators and oxygen therapy. Manage and troubleshoot respiratory equipment while maintaining accurate clinical documentation to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTroubleshooting medical equipmentCritical carePulmonary careTime management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Respiratory Therapist at Impact to Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Respiratory Therapy — ranked against 3,913 active Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Impact to Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 17 active listings.

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 53% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$78k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution22 jobs · 20 employers

4
<$100k
11
$100k-110k
4
$110k-120k
0
$120k-130k
3
$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks16 jobs

401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
38%
Relocation assistance
19%
Loan repayment
13%
PSLF eligible
13%

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 (RT), Cardiopulmonary Rehab - Full Time (36hrs/week), Egg Harbor Township

$36.14-$56.23/hr
+ 20 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.0
Better work-life than 80% of Respiratory Therapy listings

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

  • No weekends
  • Includes call

Living in West Branch

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$242k
Median resident rent
$842/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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Benefits & Perks

Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Bonus and incentive opportunities
Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement
Employee discount and recognition programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k), HSA, and FSA/Dependent Care FSA
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance, disability, accidental death, identity protection, and legal services