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Respiratory Therapists Market Overview 2026
Respiratory Therapists (RTs) are specialized healthcare professionals who assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. From premature newborns to elderly patients with COPD, RTs manage ventilators, administer breathing treatments, and provide critical care in emergency situations. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the essential role RTs play in healthcare, driving increased demand and recognition for the profession.
Respiratory Therapists Salary Range (2026)Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
📋Required Credentials
- ✓Associate's or Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy
- ✓RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential
- ✓State licensure
- ✓BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications
- ✓Specialty credentials (NPS, SDS, RPFT, etc.)
🏥Common Work Settings
- ▸Hospital ICUs and emergency departments
- ▸Neonatal intensive care units (NICUs)
- ▸Pulmonary function laboratories
- ▸Sleep disorder centers
- ▸Home care and DME companies
- ▸Long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs)
“Employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 1.8 million new jobs over the decade. Healthcare occupations are projected to add more jobs than any other group of occupations.”
Frequently Asked Questions: Hiring Respiratory Therapists
What credentials should respiratory therapists have?
The RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential from the NBRC is the industry standard. State licensure is required in most states. Additional credentials like NPS (Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist), ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialist), and SDS (Sleep Disorder Specialist) indicate advanced expertise in specific areas.
Where are respiratory therapists most needed?
RTs are most in-demand in: hospital ICUs and critical care units, large health systems with multiple facilities, regions with high COPD prevalence, NICUs at children's hospitals, and sleep medicine centers. Post-pandemic, many hospitals are maintaining higher RT staffing levels.
What is the RT job market outlook?
The RT job market is strong with 13% projected growth through 2032. The profession gained visibility during COVID-19, and hospitals have increased RT staffing. Travel RT positions offer premium compensation. Bachelor's-prepared RTs and those with specialty credentials have the best opportunities and highest salaries.
How do I recruit RTs effectively?
Effective RT recruitment emphasizes: competitive shift differentials (nights and weekends), reasonable patient assignments, professional development opportunities, and schedule flexibility. Many RTs value work-life balance over maximum pay. Highlighting team culture and hospital technology capabilities attracts quality candidates.
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📋Professional Definition
Respiratory Therapists care for patients who have trouble breathing—for example, from chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma or emphysema. They evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They interview patients, perform diagnostic tests, and develop and implement treatment plans. Respiratory therapists work with premature infants, trauma victims, and patients with chronic lung diseases.
💼For Healthcare Recruiters
Respiratory therapists (RRT, CRT) are critical for ICUs, emergency departments, NICUs, sleep labs, and pulmonary rehabilitation centers. Hire licensed RTs with ACLS, PALS, and neonatal resuscitation certifications. Our database connects you with experienced respiratory care practitioners for hospital, home care, and long-term acute care settings. Essential for hospital respiratory departments, home health agencies, and medical equipment companies seeking qualified respiratory therapy professionals.
🎯Common Specializations
- ▸Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
- ▸Critical Care Specialist
- ▸Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- ▸Sleep Disorders Specialist
- ▸Asthma Educator
🔗Related Healthcare Fields
- ▸Pulmonologists
- ▸Critical Care Nurses
- ▸Anesthesiologists
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