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Mass General Brigham
Newton, Massachusetts

Respiratory Therapist - 24hrs Rotating

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$41.81-$45.36/hr

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Job Description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission.

As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary The Registered Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to patients as prescribed by physicians, and as regulated by the Massachusetts Board of Registration, standards of practice of the American Association of Respiratory Care, and within the scope of department and hospital policies and procedures.

The therapist applies scientific principles and a professional and collaborative approach to optimizing the patients health and function. He/she assesses the patients condition, participates in the formulation of the respiratory care plan, treats and teaches the patient, and maintains appropriate records.

Responsibilities include inservice/training, and participation in the management of mechanically ventilated patients. Respiratory care services are provided to Newborn, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric patients.

Qualifications - Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care. - Current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. - Evidence of continued education as required by the Board of Registration, Commonwealth of Massachusetts. - Demonstrated clinical competency equivalent to 3 year of critical care experience. - CPR certification required (BLS). - Knowledge of the special needs and behaviors of the infant, child, adolescent, adult, and older adult populations required.

Additional Job Details (if applicable) $15K sign on bonus. DAYS, EVENING, AND NIGHTS. EVERY OTHER WEEKEND.

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 2014 Washington Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 24 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $41.81 - $45.36/Hourly Grade 5 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization.

Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors.

The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success.

These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world.

Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready?

Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine.

Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to patients across all age groups as prescribed by physicians. Responsibilities include managing mechanically ventilated patients, formulating care plans, and maintaining accurate medical records.

Requirements

Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist with current Massachusetts licensure and BLS certification. Requires clinical competency equivalent to 3 years of critical care experience.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMechanical VentilationDiagnostic ServicesTherapeutic ServicesPatient EducationPatient Care Planning

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 50% have no call, 53% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution27 jobs · 24 employers

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<$90k
6
$90k-105k
10
$105k-120k
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$120k-135k
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$139k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 24 employers

401k / retirement match
89%
Sign-on bonus
29% this job
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
7%
PSLF eligible
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 4.2
Better work-life than 60% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,889 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Newton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.29M
Typical market rent
$3,408/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mass General Brigham

Hospitals and Health Care
Somerville, Massachusetts
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

$15K Sign-On Bonus
Competitive Base Pay
Comprehensive Benefits
Career Advancement Opportunities
Differentials
Premiums and Bonuses
Recognition Programs