Peds Respiratory Therapist in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Oklahoma City, OK
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,393/Per Week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $66.47
- Weekly
- $2,393
- Yearly (full-time)
- $124,436
- Contract length
- 22 weeks
This job pays about $66.47/hour — 75% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Oklahoma ($37.88/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Oklahoma right now
- 53 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Oklahoma from 7 agencies, 9 of them in Oklahoma City.
- Pay in these listings: $16.94 – $69.03/hour, median $48.94/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Oklahoma: $37.88/hour ($78,790/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: TLC Nursing & Allied ($52.11/hour across 9 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a travel Respiratory Therapist assignment in Oklahoma City supporting patients across all appropriate age groups and care areas. Under general supervision, you will administer prescribed respiratory treatments, perform invasive and noninvasive diagnostic testing, monitor patient responses, and document care in the computerized medical record. You will also serve as a resource to medical staff, maintain respiratory equipment and records, and participate on the quick response team during cardiac and respiratory emergencies. Level I experience is required, and previous experience in a children’s-only hospital is preferred. This assignment is a great opportunity to bring your respiratory expertise on the road while working in a specialized clinical setting.
Weather
Oklahoma City typically experiences mild, comfortable days around this time of year, with cooler mornings and evenings. Conditions are often well suited for exploring the city, enjoying outdoor attractions, and taking regional day trips.
Fun Things To Do
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Bricktown: Explore the canal district, restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues in downtown Oklahoma City.
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Scissortail Park: Spend time outdoors with walking paths, green space, and views near the heart of the city.
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Wichita Mountains Day Trip: Visit scenic landscapes, hiking trails, and wildlife areas west of Oklahoma City.
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Tulsa Day Trip: Discover museums, art, architecture, and dining in Oklahoma’s second-largest city.
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National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum: Experience exhibits focused on the history and culture of the American West.
Job Specifics
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 22 weeks, 36 hours per week
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