Respiratory Therapist in Aurora, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,572/Per Week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $71.44
- Weekly
- $2,572
- Yearly (full-time)
- $133,744
- Contract length
- 14 weeks
This job pays about $71.44/hour — 72% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Colorado ($41.45/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 Colorado right now
- 87 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Colorado from 7 agencies, 50 of them in Aurora.
- Pay in these listings: $27.02 – $71.44/hour, median $64.08/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Colorado: $41.45/hour ($86,216/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($71.24/hour across 18 jobs).
Job description
Join a specialized team as a Respiratory Therapist at Children’s Hospital Colorado – Anschutz Medical Campus for a 14-week contract working 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. This role involves backfill coverage, including working a holiday and floating within the Denver metro area to various units, providing critical respiratory support to pediatric and neonatal patients. You will be responsible for managing ventilators, conducting assessments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, pediatric ICU setting. This assignment offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, hone advanced respiratory skills, and experience a vibrant hospital environment.
Weather:
Expect mild to cool temperatures around this time of year with clear, sunny days and crisp evenings. Snowfall is possible, adding a charming winter ambiance to the Denver area, perfect for enjoying the changing scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
- Day Trip to Rocky Mountain National Park
- Visit the Denver Art Museum
- Explore Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs
- Hiking and outdoor activities along the Cherry Creek Trail
- Take a scenic drive along the Peak to Peak Highway
Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-Hour Night Shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
Duration: 14 weeks, from 10/06/2026 to 01/09/2027
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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