- Open jobs
- 5
- Agencies hiring
- 2
- Median pay in listings
- $56.47/hour
- Median wage in Nebraska (BLS)
- $39.22/hour
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Respiratory Therapist in Omaha, Nebraska
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Respiratory Therapist pay in Nebraska
The median wage for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Nebraska is $39.22 per hour ($81,578 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $56.47/hour. 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 Nebraska; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Nebraska
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Health Advocates Network | 3 | — |
| Atlas MedStaff | 2 | $56.47/hr |
Cities with the most Respiratory Therapist jobs
Omaha (3), Lexington (1), Valentine (1)
FAQ
How much does a Respiratory Therapist make in Nebraska?
The median wage for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Nebraska is $39.22 per hour (about $81,578 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 $56.47 per hour.
How many Respiratory Therapist jobs are open in Nebraska?
5 Respiratory Therapist jobs from 2 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 Nebraska; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.