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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for respiratory assistant in the United States is $14.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $14.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a respiratory assistant?

Respiratory Assistants, also known as respiratory therapy assistants or aides, are healthcare professionals who work under the supervision of Respiratory Therapists and other medical staff. They help with patient care by preparing equipment, maintaining supplies, and assisting with basic respiratory treatments. Their duties often include cleaning and sterilizing respiratory equipment, monitoring patients during procedures, and ensuring the smooth operation of respiratory therapy departments. They play a vital role in supporting the care of patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.

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Respiratory Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple patient needs in a fast-paced environment and adapting to rapidly changing clinical situations. They must be prepared to assist with equipment setup and troubleshooting under time constraints, communicate clearly with both patients and the healthcare team, and maintain strict infection control standards. Balancing these responsibilities while providing compassionate care can be demanding, but strong organizational skills and teamwork help ensure quality patient outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a respiratory assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Respiratory Assistant, you need a solid understanding of respiratory care procedures, patient assessment, and basic medical terminology, usually supported by a relevant certificate or associate degree. Familiarity with respiratory therapy equipment, spirometry testing devices, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and compassion are key soft skills that help in supporting patients and collaborating with healthcare teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring accurate care delivery and patient safety in respiratory therapy settings.

What is the difference between Respiratory Assistant vs Respiratory Therapist?

AspectRespiratory AssistantRespiratory Therapist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification often requiredAssociate's degree or higher; state licensure required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilitiesHospitals, clinics, pulmonary rehabilitation centers
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with patient care, basic respiratory treatments, equipment setupPerform advanced respiratory assessments, develop treatment plans, manage ventilators

Respiratory Assistants support respiratory care teams with basic tasks and patient care, while Respiratory Therapists perform advanced assessments and develop treatment plans. Both roles work in similar healthcare settings, but Respiratory Therapists require more education and licensure, handling complex respiratory conditions.

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Infographic showing various Respiratory Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,535 per year, or $14.7 per hour.

Respiratory Care Assistant PRN - Our Lady of the Angels

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System rating

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description

Respiratory Care Assistant

The Respiratory Assistant cleans and disinfects patient equipment, sterilizes reusable equipment prior to reuse, assembles and performs basic calibrations on ventilators and other critical respiratory equipment, supervises and trains the respiratory aids, audits charges and charting for accuracy, ensuring the provision of quality respiratory services by the department. The Assistant utilizes all equipment, supplies, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner, maintains stock in respiratory supply areas throughout the facility, and complies with safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards in an effort to ensure that high quality health care services are provided by the department and hospital.

Responsibilities
  1. Equipment Maintenance
    1. Sterilizes reusable equipment and maintains inventory in decontamination and stock rooms and maintains stock in the respiratory supply areas throughout the facility by ordering all essential supplies, establishing and maintaining PAR levels in effort to avoid waste and ensure the conservation of all valuable hospital materials.
  2. Equipment Management
    1. Maintains the departments' capital equipment inventory, coordinates the Preventive Maintenance of all equipment, completes performance checks and calibrations on ventilators and other critical equipment prior to placing items back in service, orders critical equipment for rental and assures the prompt return of this equipment ensuring minimal expense to the facility.
    2. Supervises and trains the Respiratory Therapy Aids in the performance of their jobs.
    3. Performs charge and charting audits.
  3. Quality
    1. Knowledgeable of and complies with applicable federal and state laws and the OLOLRMC Standards of Conduct.
    2. Observes and adheres to all departmental and hospital policies and procedures, and follows all safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards quality patient care standards.
    3. Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high quality health care services.
  4. Other Duties As Assigned
    1. Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Current student in accredited respiratory program.

May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements. Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases

About Us

Our Lady of the Angels Hospital is part of FMOL Health. The health system was organized in 1984 to unite three existing hospitals in Louisiana which were already part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady's mission of extending the healthcare of Jesus Christ to those most in need. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the health system serves patients across the State of Louisiana through a network of hospitals, clinics, physicians, elderly housing and integrated information systems and currently employs over 10,000 individuals. Our Lady of the Angels Hospital's exceptional team members put their hearts and souls into serving the Washington Parish community all day, every day. They appreciate the trust that the community places in them, and they strive to continually offer enhanced innovation and expanded access to quality healthcare, close to home.

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The Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System is the leading health care innovator in Louisiana. We bring together outstanding clinicians, the most advanced technology and leading research to ensure that our patients receive the highest quality and safest care possible.

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Hospitals

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Baton Rouge, LA, US

Year founded

1911

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