Respiratory Therapist in Templeton, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Templeton, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,746/Per Week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $48.50
- Weekly
- $1,746
- Yearly (full-time)
- $90,792
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $48.50/hour — 4% below the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in California ($50.40/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 California right now
- 40 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in California from 6 agencies, 6 of them in Templeton.
- Pay in these listings: $38.00 – $116/hour, median $52.11/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in California: $50.40/hour ($104,832/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($62.86/hour across 2 jobs).
Job description
Join a 13-week travel healthcare contract in Templeton, California, providing basic and critical respiratory care services for adult and geriatric patients on the night shift. You will support patients with respiratory disease as ordered by the physician, follow department policies, complete electronic medical records, flow sheets, paperwork, and charges, and work independently while providing delegated oversight when needed. This assignment offers respiratory therapists the opportunity to contribute meaningful care during overnight hours in a scenic Central Coast community.
Weather:
Templeton typically offers pleasant outdoor conditions, with comfortable daytime temperatures, plenty of sunshine, and cooler evenings that are well suited for exploring the area after a night shift.
Fun Things To Do:
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Local outing: Explore Templeton’s historic downtown shops, cafés, and dining spots.
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Wine-country escape: Visit nearby Paso Robles wineries and tasting rooms.
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Day trip: Spend a day in San Luis Obispo exploring its downtown, restaurants, and cultural attractions.
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Day trip: Head to Morro Bay for coastal views, waterfront dining, and outdoor recreation.
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Outdoor adventure: Enjoy hiking, scenic drives, and open-air recreation throughout California’s Central Coast.
Job Specifics:
Location: Templeton, California
Shift: Nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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