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Boca Raton, Florida

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NICU

Respiratory TherapistNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

Job Shift: Days

Job Type: Full Time

Up to $15,000 SOB for qualified candidates, paid over 24 months.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist uses sound knowledge and proficiency in the treatment of cardiopulmonary disorders for inpatients and outpatients of all ages with various types of media, i. e., Oxygen and other Therapeutic Gases and Aerosol Inhalation, Holter set-up, Pulmonary Function Test, all related Respiratory Care Equipment, Mechanical Ventilation, Blood Gas Sampling/Analysis and all other aspects of respiratory therapeutic treatments. Establishes a good rapport with fellow associates while maintaining a professional relationship.

Reports to the Respiratory Care Director and/or Respiratory Care Supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Licensure/Certifications

  • Minimum: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • If employee was credentialed by the NBRC on or after July 1, 2002, they must participate in the Credential Maintenance Program to maintain your NBRC credentials. Credentials awarded prior to July 1, 2002 are not subject to the Credential Maintenance Program.

Education

  • Minimum: Graduate of a two (2) year AMA approved Respiratory Care Program
  • Required: Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Other Qualifications

  • Must be licensed by the State of Florida Department of Professional Regulations and have current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS & PALS
  • Therapists working in NICU, must have a current NRP certification
  • Recommend membership to the Florida Society of Respiratory Care and/or American Association for Respiratory Care

Preferred Experience

  • A minimum of two (1) year post-graduate clinical experience in Respiratory Care procedures

Embark on a rewarding career with West Boca Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At West Boca Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and

programs include:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status: West Boca Medical Center (WBMC) is part of the Palm Beach Health Network and has been serving southern Palm Beach and northern Broward counties for over 37 years.

WBMC offers general medical and surgical care, orthopedics, a robotic surgery program, a state-of-the art breast imaging center, womens and childrens services and the only level III NICU in southern Palm Beach County.

Its two emergency centers, one at the main hospital and the other in Coconut Creek, are open 24-hours a day. Join our team!

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides cardiopulmonary treatment for patients of all ages, including mechanical ventilation and blood gas analysis. They are responsible for maintaining professional relationships and reporting to the Respiratory Care Director or Supervisor.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Pulmonary function testingOxygen therapyHolter monitoringNICU carePatient assessmentCardiopulmonary care

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

32 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution23 jobs · 21 employers

8
<$90k
5
$90k-105k
7
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
1
$139k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs · 21 employers

401k / retirement match
83% this job
Sign-on bonus
38% this job
Loan repayment
13%
PSLF eligible
8%
Relocation assistance
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$47.68-$66.75/hr
#2

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$45.05 - $63.70/hr
#3

Respiratory Therapist II

$41.41-$62.92/hr
#4

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$37.08-$55.62/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 5.1
Better work-life than 80% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,889 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Boca Raton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$640k
Typical market rent
$2,949/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program
Employee discount program