Respiratory Therapist - Nights
Compensation
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The week · per this posting · Tuesday – Thursday
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Job Description
Employment Type: Part time
Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift
Description
- Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Employment Type: Part-time (16 hours/week)
- Location: Saint Francis Hospital - Wilmington, DE
Shift: Every third weekend night shift
Occasionally, this role may cover Tuesday - Thursday 8:00 am - 3:30 pm when certain tests are scheduled for outpatient.
Position Purpose
This person will be responsible for performing respiratory treatment modalities in conformance with established policies and procedures. Communicates appropriate information so that continuity of care can be provided.
As an RRT, you will:
Performs respiratory treatment modalities in conformance with established policies and procedures. Communicates appropriate information so that continuity of care can be provided.
Delivers and delegates respiratory care to both inpatients and outpatients that demonstrates both knowledge of facts and sound judgement.
Identifies and appropriately utilizes multidiscipline approach to facilitate delivery of Care.
Seeks knowledge in relation to patient’s condition, disease entity or treatment and reflect this in patient care and documentation and team conference.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory therapy program.
- Registered through NBRC
- Licensed in the state of Delaware or valid temporary license and Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Certified in BLS.
Position Highlights and Benefits
Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.
- Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
- Free onsite parking.
- Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
- Referral Rewards Program
About Us
For more than 90 years, Saint Francis Hospital has served the Wilmington community and Northern New Castle County by providing compassionate health care of the highest quality. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Philadelphia in 1924, Saint Francis heeds a particular call to serve those in need. Our ministry is to serve all who require expert medical care regardless of religion, race, color, creed or economic status.
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 Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing respiratory treatment modalities in accordance with established policies and procedures. They must communicate effectively to ensure continuity of care and deliver respiratory services to both inpatients and outpatients.
Requirements
Candidates must be a graduate of an AMA-approved respiratory therapy program and hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) registration through the NBRC. Additionally, a Delaware state license and BLS certification are required for this position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 48% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Delaware is 99.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.5% of Delaware clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Respiratory Therapy median $95k (middle half $81k–$98k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Delaware index 99.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Respiratory Therapy listings in Delaware | 17 active | 4,030 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 48% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 6% offer loan repayment4,219 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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