- Open jobs
- 5
- Agencies hiring
- 4
- Median pay in listings
- $42.83/hour
- Pay range
- $40.97 – $44.74/hour
- Median wage in Arkansas (BLS)
- $35.51/hour
Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist
Certified Respiratory Therapist - General
Respiratory Therapist in Camden, Arkansas
Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Therapist pay in Arkansas
The median wage for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arkansas is $35.51 per hour ($73,861 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $42.83/hour, from $40.97 to $44.74. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Arkansas; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arkansas
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Health Advocates Network | 2 | — |
| Atlas MedStaff | 1 | $42.83/hr |
| AHS Staffing | 1 | $44.74/hr |
| GHR Healthcare | 1 | $40.97/hr |
Cities with the most Respiratory Therapist jobs
Camden (3), Springdale (1), Fort Smith (1)
FAQ
How much does a Respiratory Therapist make in Arkansas?
The median wage for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arkansas is $35.51 per hour (about $73,861 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Respiratory Therapist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $42.83 per hour.
How many Respiratory Therapist jobs are open in Arkansas?
5 Respiratory Therapist jobs from 4 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Arkansas; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.