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
- Aug 7, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $71.44
- Weekly
- $2,572
- Yearly (full-time)
- $133,744
- Contract length
- 13 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 our team as a Respiratory Therapist on a 13-week contract at Children’s Hospital Colorado – Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO. This role involves working 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM, providing critical respiratory support in pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. You will be responsible for administering respiratory treatments, managing ventilators, and collaborating with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes. The assignment offers a unique opportunity to hone specialized skills in pediatric and neonatal care within a vibrant hospital setting, with occasional floating to other campus areas to meet staffing needs.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is typically mild and crisp, with cool evenings and pleasant daytime temperatures. It’s ideal for outdoor activities, with a gentle shift in seasons bringing a fresh and invigorating atmosphere.
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Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, CO
Shift: 12-hour nights (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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