Therapist-Respiratory Certified PRN
- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Arkansas post a median of $35.74 an hour, the middle half $35.37–$40.37, across 3 jobs that state their pay. Respiratory therapists employed in Arkansas earn a median of $35.51 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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What Arkansas requires of a respiratory therapist
Respiratory therapist license, from the Arkansas State Medical Board (Respiratory Therapy Examining Committee).
- At least 18, no listed felony, background check, high school diploma or equivalent, completed a board-approved respiratory care program, passed the CRT exam, plus the application and fee.
- Staying active: Renewed annually on or before the last day of the birth month, with no grace period; 12 hours of continuing education per renewal period (Board FAQ).
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%
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About the job
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