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Respiratory Care Assistant

Smithfield, NC · On-site

$21.62 - $31.07/hr

Professional Experience Requirements: • Completed 1st year of Respiratory Care Associate Degree Program. Demonstrated competencies verified by the educational institution for the procedures defined ...

Respiratory Care Assistant

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$21.40 - $30.76/hr

Professional Experience Requirements: • Completed 1st year of Respiratory Care Associate Degree Program. Demonstrated competencies verified by the educational institution for the procedures defined ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for respiratory care associate in the United States is $41.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.93 and $47.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Respiratory Care Associate vs Respiratory Therapist?

AspectRespiratory Care AssociateRespiratory Therapist
CredentialsCertificate or diploma, often an entry-level credentialAssociate degree in Respiratory Therapy, licensure required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient settingsHospitals, intensive care units, emergency rooms
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with patient care, basic respiratory proceduresPerform advanced respiratory treatments, diagnostics, and patient assessments

Respiratory Care Associates typically have entry-level certifications and assist respiratory therapists in clinical settings. Respiratory Therapists hold higher credentials, perform advanced procedures, and have more independent responsibilities. Both roles work in similar environments, but the therapist role involves more complex patient care tasks.

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Respiratory Care Associate

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center

Spartanburg, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 114 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

555th of 870 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Job Requirements
Position Summary
The technician trainee under the guidance of the Supervisor, Department Director/Manager, and Medical Director performs the duties necessary to give patients adequate ventilation by use of medical gases and breathing equipment in accordance with age specific and culturally appropriate patient care guidelines.
Minimum Requirements
Education
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Must be currently enrolled as a full-time Respiratory Therapy program

Experience
  • Must complete form in house training in Respiratory therapy Procedures

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations
  • Current Certification in BLS

Preferred Requirements
Preferred Education
  • Have completed a semester of clinicals through Respiratory Therapy Program

Preferred Experience
  • Knowledge and skill base of delivering Respiratory medications and performing general Respiratory procedures

Preferred Licenses/Certifications/Registrations
  • N/A

Core Job Responsibilities
  • Must be able to withstand the stress of doing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Must be able to withstand long hours of standing, walking, stooping, bending and sitting.
  • Must be able to lift or move patients and equipment used. Must be able to push / pull force up to 55 pounds.
  • Must be able to respond calmly and efficiently in crisis situation.
  • Must be able to work as a team member with peers, other department managers and staff and administration.
  • Average manual dexterity to reach, manipulate, move, etc., equipment and hearing and vision within or correctable to normal range.
  • Perform care in a manner that supports the Regional Respect philosophy.

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Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System is a leader in the healthcare industry, located in Spartanburg, SC, US. As a comprehensive health system, it offers services encompassing everything from wellness, prevention, and care coordination to specific medical treatments for a wide range of diseases and health issues. Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System was founded in 1921 and has since developed a reputation for excellence and innovative care, growing to include six hospitals, 100 medical offices, 8,000 associates and more than 900 medical staff.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Spartanburg, SC, US

Year founded

1921