Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Denver, CO

A Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assess, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and COPD. They are also essential in emergency situations, providing life-saving treatment to victims of heart attacks, stroke, drowning, or shock. Respiratory Therapists are responsible for operating and maintaining various types of respiratory equipment, including ventilators and artificial airway devices.

Respiratory Therapists should possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion, and attention to detail. An essential requirement is a certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) which includes Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials. Prior to becoming a Respiratory Therapist, a person could have roles such as a respiratory therapy technician, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a medical assistant, which offer valuable patient care experience.

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Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, NICU

  • Littleton, CO (11 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Littleton, CO (11 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Respiratory Therapist - NICU We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team....

Travel - Respiratory Therapist

  • Lakewood, CO (13 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (13 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Travel - Respiratory Therapist Weekly Gross Pay: $1565.00 - $1765.00 Location: Lakewood, CO, United States Start date: 8/25/2025 Assignment length: 12 Weeks Minimum years of experience: 1 - previous...

Respiratory Practitioner II

  • Lone Tree, CO (13 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lone Tree, CO (13 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 16 hours ago

NRP preferred Graduate of AMA-accredited Respiratory Therapist Program 6 months of previous experience HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain...

Respiratory Practitioner II

  • Thornton, CO (12 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Thornton, CO (12 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

Education: Graduate of an American Medical Association approved Respiratory Therapy Program C....

Respiratory Therapist II PRN

  • Denver, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department...

Respiratory Practitioner II

  • Denver, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department...

Respiratory Practitioner PRN

  • Thornton, CO (12 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Thornton, CO (12 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department...

Respiratory Therapist; Vent - Field

  • Denver, CO
  • moments ago
  • Denver, CO
  • moments ago

Uses clinical expertise in evaluating vent patients records once a ventilator set up has been completed by the branch Respiratory Therapist....

Respiratory Therapist Traveler

  • Aurora, CO (2 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO (2 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 13 hours ago

plus travel package/stipend 13 week assignments available - extension options Minimum Requirements: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT)...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

  • Denver, CO
  • 16 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 16 hours ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Respiratory Practitioner II

  • Aurora, CO (2 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO (2 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 16 hours ago

Job Summary and Qualifications Under medical direction this position provides for the implementation and coordination of Respiratory Care procedures based upon the Policies and Procedures of the Respiratory...

Advanced Cardiopulmonary Therapist Nights

  • Denver, CO
  • 21 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 21 hours ago

Position Overview The Cardiopulmonary Therapist delivers full-spectrum respiratory therapy services to emergency patients, inpatients, and outpatients, including high-risk neonates....

Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,506 per week

  • Lone Tree, CO (13 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lone Tree, CO (13 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Express Healthcare Staffing Colorado is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Lone Tree, Colorado....

Respiratory Therapist

  • Englewood, CO (9 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, CO (9 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities This is a remote position Job Summary and Purpose The Senior Community Benefit Financial Analyst is an important contributor to CommonSpirit Health's identification, collection,...

Remote Work

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Denver, CO

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Denver, CO offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.8%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.3%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Respiratory Therapists in Denver, CO
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
23.4%
1-2 years
20.2%
2-4 years
6.2%
4-6 years
2.8%



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