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How much do weekend respiratory therapy jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend respiratory therapy in the United States is $29.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $39.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Do respiratory therapists have to work weekends?

Respiratory therapists often work weekends, evenings, and holidays as part of their schedule because they provide 24/7 patient care in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. Shift work and rotating schedules are common to ensure continuous respiratory support for patients requiring urgent or ongoing treatment.

Where do RT's make the most money?

Respiratory therapists (RTs) tend to earn higher salaries in regions with a higher cost of living and greater demand for healthcare services, such as metropolitan areas and states with advanced healthcare infrastructure. Salaries can also vary based on experience, certifications, and work setting, including hospitals, specialty clinics, or home care. Generally, RTs working in urban centers or specialized facilities tend to have higher earning potential.

What other jobs can I do as a respiratory therapist?

Respiratory therapists can transition into roles such as respiratory care educators, equipment specialists, or healthcare administrators. They can also work in home care, sleep medicine, or pursue advanced certifications to move into clinical research or management positions.

What's the highest paid respiratory therapist per hour?

The highest paid respiratory therapists can earn over $50 per hour, especially those with advanced certifications, specialized skills, or working in high-demand settings such as intensive care units or private clinics. Salaries vary by experience, location, and employer, but top earners typically have several years of experience and additional credentials.

What is the difference between Weekend Respiratory Therapy vs Weekend Respiratory Therapy Assistant?

AspectWeekend Respiratory TherapyWeekend Respiratory Therapy Assistant
CredentialsRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)Certified Respiratory Therapy Assistant (RTA) or similar certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities providing respiratory careSupport roles in similar settings, assisting therapists
Job ResponsibilitiesAdministering respiratory treatments, managing ventilators, patient assessmentsAssisting with equipment setup, patient positioning, basic care tasks

Weekend Respiratory Therapists perform advanced respiratory care, while Weekend Respiratory Therapy Assistants support therapists with basic tasks. Both roles are vital in healthcare settings but differ in credentials and responsibilities.

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Weekend Respiratory Therapist

CareRite Centers LLC

Boca Raton, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

CareRite Centers rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

) Schedule
  • Every Weekend

Respiratory Therapist (RT)
Looking for a talented and motivated Respiratory Therapist to join our dynamic team. The position is within a Skilled Nursing facility. Candidate should possess passion for geriatric population, must contain a license in the state of practice, be able to evaluate and treat independently without direct supervision, and posses the desire to perform functional therapeutic activities to assist residents improve in their experience.
Job Description
  • Completes assessments and implements respiratory techniques to maintain and progress the rehab patients with many different Respiratory illness/diseases and non respiratory illness.
  • Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate, check, and assemble equipment
  • Complete a variety of bedside treatments
    • Oxygen therapy
      • Oxygen weaning
      • Aerosol therapy
      • PEP therapy
      • Deep breathing and coughing
      • Respiratory muscle training
      • Incentive Spirometry
      • Chest physiotherapy
      • Oro/Naso-pharyngeal suctioning
      • Tracheo-bronchial suctioning and tracheostomy care
      • Airway management/assessment
      • Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
      • Pulmonary function testing
      • High-flow oxygen
      • 6- and 2-minute walk testing
  • Complete in-services for nursing staff every quarter
  • Responsible for completing daily, weekly and monthly documentation
  • Attend applicable IDT meetings
  • Experience with tracheotomy
  • Experience is a long term care setting
  • Follow procedure and protocol of facility
  • Completes tracking, auditing and caseload management
  • Performs related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
  • Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program. Licensed as RRT or CRT.
  • Licensed in the state in which practicing BLS certification.

Background Screening Rrequirment:
This position is subjet to Florida background screening requirments.
For information please visit : https://info.flclearinghouse.com
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