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Karen Velarde

Respiratory Therapist

respiratory therapist Richmond, TX Healthbridge Childrens Hospital

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Tenure

13 years at Healthbridge Childrens Hospital

Gender

Female

Connections

Position in HealthTal Database

22,187 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the respiratory therapist specialty. Karen Velarde is one of them.
1,476 respiratory therapists are based in TX (out of 101,236 total healthcare contacts in that state).
Typical respiratory therapist compensation in TX: $53,000 – $91,000 (median $68,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of respiratory therapists in TX: Memorial Hermann Health System (53), Texas Children's Hospital (52), Texas Health Resources (50).
0% of respiratory therapists in TX hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
67% of respiratory therapists in TX have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Education

Amarillo College

Associate's degree

1992

Skills

Hospitals Healthcare Healthcare Management Acute Care Critical Care Icu Inpatient Patient Safety Acls Bls Emergency Room Pals Home Care Nursing Pediatrics Cpr Certified Ekg

Professional Overview

Karen Velarde is a Respiratory Therapist, currently affiliated with Healthbridge Childrens Hospital, based in Richmond, TX. As a respiratory therapist, Velarde contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Richmond, TX. They have been with Healthbridge Childrens Hospital for 13 years. Velarde holds academic credentials, including Associate's degree, from Amarillo College. Core competencies include Hospitals, Healthcare, Healthcare Management, Acute Care, Critical Care. 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 Richmond, TX 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 Karen Velarde located?

Karen Velarde is based in Richmond, TX. They are currently affiliated with Healthbridge Childrens Hospital.

What is Karen Velarde's specialty?

Karen Velarde specializes in respiratory therapist. Their current role is Respiratory Therapist.

Where does Karen Velarde currently work?

Karen Velarde currently works at Healthbridge Childrens Hospital. They have been there for 13 years.

What is Karen Velarde's educational background?

Karen Velarde attended Amarillo College.

How do I contact Karen Velarde 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 TX?

respiratory therapists in TX typically earn $53,000 to $91,000 annually, with a median of $68,000. 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.