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Melanie Higaki

Respiratory Therapist

respiratory therapist Noblesville, IN Riley Hospital For Children
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
19 years at Riley Hospital For Children
Gender
Female
Connections
28
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 22,187 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the respiratory therapist specialty. Melanie Higaki is one of them.
  • 471 respiratory therapists are based in IN (out of 28,590 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 132 contacts at Riley Hospital For Children are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical respiratory therapist compensation in IN: $51,000 – $87,000 (median $65,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of respiratory therapists in IN: Indiana University Health (31), St.Vincent Health (14), Franciscan Health (13).
  • 62% of respiratory therapists in IN have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis
About Riley Hospital For Children
Industry
Hospital & Health Care
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Professional Overview

Melanie Higaki is a Respiratory Therapist, currently affiliated with Riley Hospital For Children, based in Noblesville, IN. As a respiratory therapist, Higaki contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Noblesville, IN. They have been with Riley Hospital For Children for 19 years. Higaki holds academic credentials from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. Riley Hospital For Children operates in the Hospital & Health Care sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit respiratory therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to respiratory therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Noblesville, IN healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melanie Higaki located?
Melanie Higaki is based in Noblesville, IN. They are currently affiliated with Riley Hospital For Children.
What is Melanie Higaki's specialty?
Melanie Higaki specializes in respiratory therapist. Their current role is Respiratory Therapist.
Where does Melanie Higaki currently work?
Melanie Higaki currently works at Riley Hospital For Children. They have been there for 19 years.
What is Melanie Higaki's educational background?
Melanie Higaki attended Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis.
How do I contact Melanie Higaki for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a respiratory therapist?
Recruiting respiratory therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for respiratory therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a respiratory therapist in IN?
respiratory therapists in IN typically earn $51,000 to $87,000 annually, with a median of $65,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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