Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Arkansas
Across 56 live Respiratory Therapist listings in Arkansas, median advertised pay is $83K (75th percentile $83K), based on the 6 that state a salary; Arkansas ranks 47th of 49 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Unity Health (7), Tyvan (5), Lifepoint Health (4).
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Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 18, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 6 roles pay ~$83k median with 3.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT), Acute
Lifepoint HealthRussellville, AR
Respiratory Therapist
Encompass HealthFayetteville, AR
Respiratory Therapist - CRT | Freeman Springdale Hospital | Full-Time
Freeman Health SystemSpringdale, AR
Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Acute, PRN
Lifepoint HealthRussellville, AR
Registered Respiratory Therapist, FT, $7,500 Sign-On Bonus
Respiratory Therapist-Registered, $7,000 Sign On Bonus
White River Health SystemBatesville, AR
Respiratory Therapist- FT (Columbia County) Nights
Wellstar Health SystemMagnolia, AR
Respiratory Therapist-Registered, $7,000 Sign On Bonus
White River Health SystemBatesville, AR
Certified Respiratory Therapist, Full Time
Unity HealthRemote
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Respiratory Therapist Pay in Arkansas: Live Market and State Comparison
Live respiratory therapist listings in Arkansas today, then Arkansas against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 56
- Live median
- $83k
- 75th $83k · n=6
- 12-mo median
- $70k
- Pay rank
- #47 of 49
- Work-life
- 4.2/10 · #13
- 12-mo postings
- 123
Respiratory Therapist roles in Arkansas advertise $12k below the $82k median across the 49 states we can measure, where District of Columbia leads at $127k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs AR | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas (this page) | $70k | — | 4.2/10 | 123 |
| District of Columbia#1 | $127k | +$57k | 3.3/10 | 29 |
| Missouriborders | $82k | +$12k | 3.7/10 | 220 |
| Louisianaborders | $80k | +$10k | 4.3/10 | 196 |
| Texasborders | $80k | +$10k | 4.0/10 | 705 |
| Tennesseeborders | $75k | +$5k | 3.8/10 | 326 |
| Oklahomaborders | $73k | +$2k | 4.3/10 | 176 |
| Mississippiborders | $65k | −$5k | 4.3/10 | 103 |
“borders” = shares a border with Arkansas; “#n” = national pay rank among the 49 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 18, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Unity Health (7), Tyvan (5), Lifepoint Health (4)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arkansas.
How much do respiratory therapists earn in Arkansas?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of respiratory therapists. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid respiratory therapist jobs available?
Yes — about 5% of current respiratory therapists listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which respiratory therapist jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every respiratory therapist role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Arkansas right now?
Employers currently hiring for respiratory therapist roles include Lifepoint Health, Unity Health, Tyvan, Encompass Health, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many respiratory therapist jobs in Arkansas are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 56 respiratory therapists positions in Arkansas listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Arkansas
- Unity Health7 open roles here · WLB 65/100
Tyvan5 open roles here · WLB 48/100Freeman Health System3 open roles here · WLB 62/100
Jefferson Regional Med Ctr3 open roles here · WLB 26/100
Kindred Healthcare3 open roles here · WLB 55/100
Rotech Healthcare3 open roles here · WLB 37/100Washington Regional Medical System3 open roles here · WLB 50/100