Respiratory Therapist CRT / RRT - FT Days
Listed compensation
$32.5-$46/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations and time off.
Job Description
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift
Description
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Position Purpose
The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department at Saint Mary's Hospital
What You Will Do
The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department
Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care
Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care
Sets up, operates and manages patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices; Manages patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree
- Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care
Position Highlights and Benefits
Full time 36hr on 7a-7p
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Excellent Shift and Weekend Differentials
Great benefits starting day 1
Pay Range: $32.50 -46.00 per hour
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
- Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
- Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
- Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
- Well-being Initiative
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Key Responsibilities
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for administering respiratory care and managing patient care on equipment such as mechanical ventilators and oxygen devices. They also serve as a technical resource for physicians and other healthcare staff regarding current respiratory practices.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate's Degree from an accredited school of Respiratory Care and possess a current Connecticut Respiratory Care Practitioner License. Registration or certification by the NBRC (RRT or CRT) is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% have no call, 55% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$82k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $79k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.1 / 10 · top 25% in respiratory therapy | ranked against 3,913 Respiratory Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $68k–$96k | Respiratory Therapy median $86k (middle half $79k–$96k)559 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$79k in purchasing power | Connecticut index 103.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Respiratory Therapy listings in Connecticut | 62 active | 3,917 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 45% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
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