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Impact to Health
Lewistown, Pennsylvania

PT Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callPart-Time

Listed compensation

$37-$40/hr

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Job Description

Seeking a Compassionate PT Respiratory Therapist in Lewistown, PA

Impact to Health is seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our mission of improving patient wellbeing through personalized, in‑home respiratory care.

This role is ideal for clinicians who value meaningful patient relationships, hands‑on support, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact outside of a traditional clinical setting.

You will provide in‑home respiratory therapy, ventilator management, oxygen therapy guidance, and ongoing clinical support that helps patients feel safe, empowered, and cared for. At Impact to Health, you are part of a team that prioritizes autonomy, patient education, and compassionate, individualized care.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct empathetic, in‑home patient assessments, ensuring patients feel heard, supported, and respected.

Provide clear, compassionate clinical education to patients and caregivers on ventilators, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory equipment.

Adjust ventilator settings based on patient needs and physician orders, prioritizing comfort, safety, and individualized care.

Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced respiratory equipment with patience and reassurance, reducing stress for patients and families.

Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all clinical services and interactions to support continuity of care and positive health outcomes.

Offer ongoing phone support and follow‑up care, providing calm, knowledgeable guidance during moments of uncertainty or urgent need.

Participate in on‑call rotations and complete home visits as needed, delivering care with empathy and professionalism.

Support the training and orientation of new clinical staff, modeling patient‑centered communication and compassionate care practices.

Perform additional duties as required to ensure patients receive safe, reliable, and dignified respiratory support in their homes.

  • Part-Time: Minimum 20 hours
  • Work Schedule: Flexible
  • On-Call Duties: Able to respond if emergency call occurs

Requirements

  • Required Education and/or Experience
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent, required
  • Active licensure in your primary state of residence as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) or other acceptable medical credential (e. g., RC, RN, LPN, LPV) based on state licensure laws
  • Willingness to obtain licensure in neighboring states if required by service area
  • Preferred Education and/or Experience
  • Completion of an accredited program in respiratory care, nursing, or a related paramedical field
  • Experience in home respiratory care or home healthcare
  • Degree in respiratory therapy or a related science
  • At least one year of relevant clinical experience
  • Familiarity with medical terminology

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a background check, drug screening, compliance onboarding, and credentialing requirements, as well as maintaining a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record when applicable to the position.

Benefits

  • Benefits
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • Bonus and incentive opportunities
  • Fixed and variable car reimbursement for Area Managers and Account Executives
  • Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement (as applicable)
  • Employee discount and recognition programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k), HSA, and FSA/Dependent Care FSA
  • Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance, disability, accidental death, identity protection, and legal services

Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, in-home respiratory therapy including ventilator management, oxygen therapy guidance, and patient assessments. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and offer ongoing support to patients and caregivers to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient assessmentPatient careTroubleshooting

Physical Therapy Career Context

Impact to Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 15 active listings.

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 53% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$80k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $82k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution17 jobs

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<$100k
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$114k
3
$120k-140k
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$140k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks23 jobs · 19 employers

CME allowance
74%
401k / retirement match
61% this job
Sign-on bonus
43%
Relocation assistance
17%
Loan repayment
9%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 4.8
Better work-life than 70% of Physical Therapy (Respiratory Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 30 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Lewistown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$182k
Median resident rent
$797/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Impact to Health

Benefits & Perks

Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Bonus and incentive opportunities
Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement
Employee discount and recognition programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k), HSA, and FSA/Dependent Care FSA
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance, disability, accidental death, identity protection, and legal services