Respiratory Therapist – Houston, TX

Pay, Benefits, and Work Arrangement

Base salary: $70,000 – $135,000+
Location: Houston, TX
Employment: Full Time
Work arrangement: Primarily on-site in Houston, TX. Patient hours, call, weekends, and administrative time depend on the care setting.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off and paid company holidays.
• Employer-supported retirement plan.
• Licensure, credentialing, malpractice coverage, and CME or CE support where applicable.
• Productivity, quality, sign-on, or retention incentive potential depending on the employer and role.
• Final eligibility, plan design, and incentive terms are confirmed with the employer before interview.

An employer represented by Hire Innovative is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in Houston, TX. The position needs someone who can assess cardiopulmonary needs, deliver ordered therapies, and respond calmly when patient status changes. Candidates invited to speak with Hire Innovative will receive the available employer, team, and interview details before deciding whether to proceed.

About the Role

The role is most attractive when staffing, equipment, orientation, and scheduling allow the therapist to deliver safe care instead of constantly covering gaps. Day to day, the person in this position will assess cardiopulmonary needs, deliver ordered therapies, and respond calmly when patient status changes. Houston candidates should expect a practical discussion about scope, compensation, team support, and the level of ownership available from the first months in the role. During interviews, candidates can ask directly about reporting lines, workload, performance measures, and the reason for the opening.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory treatments and monitor response to therapy.
• Support airway, oxygen, ventilator, and diagnostic workflows within the care setting.
• Document interventions and communicate changes promptly to the clinical team.
• Educate patients and families on equipment, medications, and follow-up care.
• Build dependable working relationships with patients, providers, and support staff while meeting documentation and safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• Current or eligible respiratory-care license and required credentials.
• Experience with the patient acuity and equipment used by the employer.
• Strong assessment, documentation, and escalation skills.
• Ability to work closely with physicians, nurses, and other bedside clinicians.
• Ability to manage priorities independently and communicate early when a decision or resource is needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a comparable care setting or patient population.
• Current role-specific certifications and familiarity with modern clinical documentation systems.

How to Apply

Apply through the form with a current resume. A cover letter is optional. If your experience aligns with the position, Hire Innovative will contact you to discuss the confidential details. We will not send your resume or identifying information to the employer without your consent.