Full-Time Nights Respiratory Therapist or Certified Polysom Technician - Sleep Study Lab
Listed compensation
$35.6-$53.7/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift
Description
- Posting Job Description
- Sleep Disorder Center - RRT or RPSGT
- Schedule: Full Time Nights, 12-hour shifts
Specializes in the application of scientific knowledge and theory to practical clinical problems of respiratory care.
Assumes primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities specific to his or her clinical area, including responsibility involved in supervision of students enrolled in respiratory care programs.
The Respiratory Therapist may be required to exercise considerable independent clinical judgement in the respiratory care of patients under the direct or indirect supervision of a physician.
Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure
Graduation from a CoARC accredited program in respiratory care with an associate's degree required. Bachelor's Degree desirable. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required and licensed by the State of New York.
OR:
Polysom Technologist with associate degree in polysom with board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) required.
Participates in orientation as well as continuing education as mandated by the State of New York and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of practice expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.
Special Equipment, Skills or Other Requirements
BLS/CPR Certification within orientation period
Work Environment and Hazards
Clinical Setting. Exposure class I. Routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions
Physical Demands
Medium work: standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling
Mission Statement
We, St Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
Vision
To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.
Core Values
In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.
Per Diem Is Offered a Flat Rate
Pay Range: $35.60 - $53.70
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 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 therapist is responsible for applying respiratory care modalities and clinical knowledge to patients within the sleep disorder center. They must exercise independent clinical judgment and provide supervision to students enrolled in respiratory care programs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an associate's degree from a CoARC accredited program and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT). A valid New York State license and BLS/CPR certification are required for the position.
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
In New York, the Respiratory Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$103k (135 salary observations; 373 listings), vs ~$86k nationally (1,489 salary observations; 11,884 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 57% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $74k–$112k | Respiratory Therapy median $93k (middle half $88k–$129k)36 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| New York vs national | $103k median in New York | $86k nationally (+20%)135 state / 1,489 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$86k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Respiratory Therapy listings in New York | 150 active | 4,019 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 57% no call · 48% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 9% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 3% offer loan repayment157 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Respiratory Therapy listings | 1,223 in the last 30 days | 801 the 30 days before (+53%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Respiratory Therapy pay trend | −1.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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