How to hire a clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy

How to hire a clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy, step by step

Here's a step-by-step clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy salaries for various roles:

   Type of Clinical Coordinator Of Respiratory Therapy	Description	Hourly rate
   Clinical Coordinator Of Respiratory Therapy	Respiratory therapists care for patients who have trouble breathing—for example, from a chronic respiratory disease, such as asthma or emphysema. Their patients range from premature infants with undeveloped lungs to elderly patients who have diseased lungs... Show more	$17-56
   Staff Therapist	A staff therapist is someone who assists in the treatment of patients using electrical stimulation, exercise, and other means of electrotherapy to regain their bodily functions. The core skills that a staff therapist should possess to accomplish their responsibilities include a keen eye for details and excellent mathematical and problem-solving skills... Show more	$16-37
   Respiratory Care Practitioner	A Respiratory Care Practitioner assesses and treats patients with pulmonary diseases. They diagnose lung and breathing disorders and recommend treatment methods.	$14-47

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • BLS
   • Respiratory Therapy
   • CPR
   • RCP
   • Ventilation
   • Direct Patient Care
   • ICU
   • Clinical Care
   • Oxygen Therapy
   • DME
   • Tracheostomy
   • ABG
   • CPAP
   • Patient Assessment

   Responsibilities:

   • Conduct therapeutic procedures to maintain a patent airway, remove via suctioning of secretions, to achieve adequate ventilation & oxygenation.
   • Schedule patients for CPAP, BIPAP, and APAP appointments.
   • Perform ABG's and assist with intubations.
   • Conduct therapeutic procedures to maintain a patent airway, remove via suctioning of secretions, to achieve adequate ventilation & oxygenation.
   • Develop policies and procedures for initiation of ventilator, BiPap, and associate respiratory devices to be used in the home.
   • Recommend DME equipment for home self management, review proper set-up, cleaning/disinfecting of DME with caregiver/patient.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, clinical coordinator of respiratory therapies' average salary in arkansas is 53% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level clinical coordinator of respiratory therapies 69% less than senior-level clinical coordinator of respiratory therapies.
   • Certifications. A clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy's salary.

   Average clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy salary

   $65,545yearly

   $31.51 hourly rate

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   Entry-level clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy salary

   $36,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy job description

   A clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy job description:

   Clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy job description example

   JOB DESCRIPTION: Provides respiratory care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations.
   Performs routine ventilatory and artificial airway treatments in the critical and general care areas. Assists physicians and performs routine respiratory care activities as necessary. Administers aerolized medications and other respiratory treatments. Performs other related duties as required.
   
   Equipment and Supplies: Selects, assembles, and checks respiratory care equipment for proper function, operation, and cleanliness; performs minor repairs to correct malfunctions.
   
   Professional Development: Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development. Attends educational in-services as appropriate. Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
   
   Reporting/Data Management: Accurately and completely documents respiratory care by following the established charting procedure to show the patient's progress or any changes in the patient's condition.
   
   Safety, Security and Health: Practices universal and/or specialized precautions in the daily cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment, and instruments.
   
   Staff Resource: May conduct in-service educational programs related to the provision of respiratory care.
   
   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) by the state of Georgia. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required. ACLS and/or NRP may be required in designated departments.
   
   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
   
   ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
   
   

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find clinical coordinator of respiratory therapies for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

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   • Use field-specific websites.
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6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit clinical coordinator of respiratory therapies, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy

   Once you've found the clinical coordinator of respiratory therapy candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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