Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem)

Respiratory TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$39.59-$58.83/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. As part of the Respiratory Team here at BID Milton you will be required to work independently to initiate, monitor and discontinue both invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilator support.

Other responsibilities include active participation in Rapid response and Code Blue pages, airway care, tracheostomy care, nebulizer therapy, chest physical therapy, obtaining and interpreting arterial blood gas samples.

You will work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary care team to assess and provide optimum patient care. This position is per diem, with various hours and shifts available.

Job Description: Beth Israel Deaconess - Milton is committed to improving the health of our community by providing exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect. Beth Israel Deaconess – Milton is looking for a Respiratory Therapist.

The Respiratory Therapist will be working under the direct supervision of the Director of Clinical Operations and the Clinical Manager of Respiratory Therapy, performs as assigned the duties and tasks of a Respiratory Therapist encompassed within the license granted by the State of Massachusetts.

The Therapist is responsible for the respiratory care of all patient populations seeking medical assistance in the Acute and Outpatient Settings Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Performs assessment, diagnostic testing, prescribed treatment and care of the respiratory therapy patient.

Evaluates effectiveness of treatment and maintains department records. Must be able to work independently.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of respiratory care or qualified by experience and state licensure Registered, or registry eligible, certified or certification eligible preferred Current Massachusetts licensure BLS Certification required, ACLS certification preferred Computer literate/telephone/copy machine/fax Excellent verbal communication skills/customer service oriented/able to perform with distractions in a fast paced environment It is understood that this is a summary of key job functions and does not include every detail of the job that may reasonably be required.

Pay Range

$39.59 - $58.83 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.

Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together.

Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for initiating and monitoring invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilator support. They also participate in Rapid Response and Code Blue teams while providing respiratory care across acute and outpatient settings.

Requirements

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited respiratory care school with a current Massachusetts state license and BLS certification. ACLS certification and registry eligibility are preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)ACLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Mechanical VentilationArterial Blood Gas InterpretationPatient Assessment

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 50% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution25 jobs · 22 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 22 employers

401k / retirement match
86%
Sign-on bonus
32%
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
7%
PSLF eligible
7%

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Work-life snapshot

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

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

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Living in Milton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$484k
Typical market rent
$2,246/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Beth Israel Lahey Health

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Newburyport, MA
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive compensation and benefits
Shift differentials
Call pay
Premium pay
Overtime pay