Respiratory Therapist- PT Nights- St. Joseph's Health

Respiratory TherapistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$35.6-$47.4/hr

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Job Description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Night Shift

Description

Posting Job Description

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Part Time

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 preferred.

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required and licensed by the State of New York.

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/ACLS/NRP/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.

Pay Range: $35.60 - $47.40

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 Respiratory Therapist assumes primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities within their assigned area. They are also responsible for supervising students enrolled in respiratory care programs and exercising independent clinical judgment.

Requirements

Candidates must have an Associate's Degree from a CoARC accredited program and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensed in New York. Certification in BLS, ACLS, NRP, and CPR is required within the orientation period.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Patient assessmentRespiratory therapy modalitiesClinical supervision

Physical Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 32% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks20 jobs

CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
45%
Sign-on bonus
40%
Relocation assistance
10%
PSLF eligible
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Respiratory Therapy listings

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About Trinity Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Albany, NY
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Continuing education
Mission-driven organization