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Coudersport, Pennsylvania

Respiratory Therapist, CRT - Casual - Cole

Respiratory Therapist Top 25% in Respiratory TherapyPer Diem

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Includes weekends
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Make a Difference—One Breath at a Time

Join UPMC Cole as a Casual Respiratory Therapist

Are you a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist looking for flexibility and purpose in your work? UPMC Cole is seeking a Casual Respiratory Therapist to join our dedicated team. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to provide life-saving care while enjoying a flexible schedule that fits your lifestyle.

Position Highlights

· Casual, flexible scheduling with 12-hour rotating shifts

· Includes weekends and holidays on a rotating basis

· Great opportunity to gain experience across a variety of patient care areas

What You’ll Do

As a Respiratory Therapist at UPMC Cole, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. Your responsibilities will include:

· Evaluating medical orders and interpreting clinical data to guide treatment

· Operating and adjusting ventilators, oxygen therapy systems, and aerosol delivery devices

· Monitoring patient responses and performing diagnostic tests

· Assisting with emergency situations and transporting ventilated patients

· Educating patients and mentoring students or new staff

· Maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring equipment safety

Why UPMC Cole?

· Work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment

· Use advanced technology and equipment

· Be part of a mission-driven team that values your skills and dedication

· Gain experience across all patient populations and care areas

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about respiratory care and want a role that offers both flexibility and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us deliver exceptional care—one breath at a time.

· You must be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program (approved by CoARC).

· OR if you're a student with a temporary license, you can start working with HR approval and official transcripts.

· You need to have Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification that includes both classroom and hands-on training.

· You must earn your Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) before your temporary permit expires.

· If you received your CRTT after July 1, 2002, you’ll need to keep your certification up to date according to NBRC requirements.

*RRTs and CRTs will be considered. Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary based his/her individual experience, education, and certifications.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)
  • Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34 with renewal
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist will evaluate medical orders, operate life-saving equipment like ventilators, and monitor patient responses to treatment. They are also responsible for assisting in emergency situations and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and hold or be eligible for the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) credential. Additionally, current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Ventilator operationClinical data interpretationPatient monitoringEmergency responseDiagnostic testingPatient educationCardiopulmonary care

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Respiratory Therapist, CRT - Casual - Cole at UPMC a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Respiratory Therapy — ranked against 3,674 active Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 70% have no call, 44% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution20 jobs

6
<$90k
5
$90k-105k
6
$105k-120k
1
$131k
2
$135k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs

401k / retirement match
65%
Sign-on bonus
18%
CME allowance
18%
Relocation assistance
12%
Loan repayment
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$47.68-$66.75/hr
#2

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#3

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$58-$63/hr
#4

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+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

6.9/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Respiratory Therapy

  • Includes weekends

Living in Coudersport

Median resident rent
$937/mo
Residents’ average commute
12 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Flexible scheduling
12-hour rotating shifts
Weekends and holidays on rotating basis