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Pediatric Pulmonary – PFT Lab - Respiratory Therapist- Level 3

Respiratory Therapist 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$73.5K - $95.6K

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability.

Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500427 Pediatric Specialty Nurses Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCC 214 H Compensation Range: $35.35 - $45.96 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job.

Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

GENERAL PURPOSE: Accountable for provision of competent patient care based on established standards. Assumes an expanded role which includes but is not limited to the preceptor role, participation on committees, and performing advanced respiratory care procedures.

Fulltime position, 40 hours; Monday – Friday days The Department of Pediatric Pulmonary is looking to hire a Respiratory Therapist to perform Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT), Ventilator checks, and Exercise tolerance testing as well as providing general technical support in respiratory care including patient/caregiver education, Vest fittings and equipment support.

Proficiency in performing and analyzing pulmonary function testing, oximetry, and capnography as needed. Demonstrates a working knowledge of homecare ventilators, CPAP, Bipap, suction equipment, and apnea monitors. Minimum of 2-3 years of respiratory experience preferred.

NYS license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.

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If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide competent pediatric respiratory care, including performing pulmonary function testing and exercise tolerance tests. Responsibilities also include ventilator checks, equipment support, and serving as a preceptor.

Requirements

Requires a New York State license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. A minimum of 2-3 years of respiratory experience is preferred.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient Education

Pediatrics Career Context

Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 55% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$85k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $78k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 13.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Pulmonary – PFT Lab - Respiratory Therapist- Level 3 at University of Rochester a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Pediatrics (Respiratory Therapy) — ranked against 49 active Pediatrics (Respiratory Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution20 jobs · 19 employers

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<$100k
10
$100k-110k
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$110k-120k
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$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks14 jobs

401k / retirement match
93% this job
Sign-on bonus
36%
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
14%
PSLF eligible
14%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Pediatrics (Respiratory Therapy) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 49 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • On-site

Living in Rochester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$247k
Typical market rent
$1,476/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.0
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Rochester, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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