PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adults
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$30.47–$45.71/ hour
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Respiratory Therapist jobs in Roanoke, VA
The median respiratory therapist pay in Virginia is $38.27 per hour ($79,600 a year), with the typical range running from $32.64 to $44.71. 5 open roles with published pay are listed for Roanoke. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Roanoke. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Roanoke.
- $38.27median pay per hour, Virginia
- $33–$45typical range per hour
- 5open roles with published pay
Open Respiratory Therapist roles in Roanoke
PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Children's Hospital
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$30.47–$45.71/ hour
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Respiratory Therapist - Adults (Flex Pool)
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$30.47–$45.71/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
RRT Registered Respiratory Therapist - Relocate to Roanoke, VA
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$30.47–$45.71/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registry Eligible Certified Respiratory Therapist CRT - New Grad Opportunity
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$27.70–$41.55/ hour
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Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 2,960 respiratory therapists employed in Virginia.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.25 | $60,840 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $32.64 | $67,890 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.27 | $79,600 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.71 | $93,000 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.37 | $102,690 | 28% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Respiratory Therapists (SOC 29-1126), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Roanoke
- Overall prices in Roanoke run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.5).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Roanoke paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,378
- Per year: $68,886
- Per month: $5,740
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Virginia. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Roanoke
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,351 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,563 |
Travel respiratory therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Roanoke
CMS lists 1 hospital in Roanoke, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carilion Medical Center Roanoke, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Respiratory Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg, VA | 43 mi | $35.95/hr | 80,301 |
| Greensboro, NC | 82 mi | $38.69/hr | 307,381 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 83 mi | $38.73/hr | 255,769 |
| Burlington, NC | 87 mi | $39.80/hr | 61,365 |
| High Point, NC | 89 mi | $38.69/hr | 118,601 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 100 mi | $38.27/hr | 51,164 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Virginia · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Roanoke
Roanoke city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Roanoke, VA?
Respiratory Therapists in Virginia have a median pay of $38.27 per hour, about $79,600 a year. The middle half earn between $32.64 and $44.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Roanoke?
We list 5 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Roanoke. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Roanoke.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Roanoke as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Roanoke?
The federal per diem benchmark in Roanoke is $119 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,351 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place respiratory therapists in Roanoke?
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Your RT pay reportRoanoke, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Carilion ClinicRoanoke, VA · 6 postings$38.09/ hr$28–$46
- Mary Washington HealthcareVirginia · 10 postings$46.95/ hr$36–$62
- Sentara HealthcareSuffolk, VA · 16 postings$46.44/ hr$38–$62
- Valley HealthWinchester, VA · 12 postings$36.75/ hr$29–$44
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$38.09High$55
57 RT postings with published pay in Virginia, 50 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 57 RT roles
- Respiratory TherapistPermanent$37.61–$55.27/ hour
- Respiratory Therapist IIPermanent$37.61–$55.27/ hour
+ 55 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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