Pays $29.71-$53.49/hr — Respiratory Therapist market median is ~$88k (8 jobs)
Registered Respiratory Therapist MRMC - Per Diem
About the Role
Per diem Respiratory Therapist role in Milford, MA. Hourly rate $29.71-$53.49. Weekends and occasional holidays required.
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Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $29.71 - $53.49/hr.
- Signing bonus
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
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Key Responsibilities
The respiratory therapist provides evidence-based, patient-focused care by performing routine and complex respiratory procedures. They work collaboratively with the healthcare team to assess patients, administer medications, and manage mechanical ventilation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate of Science in Respiratory Care and a current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. A Massachusetts State Respiratory Care License and various life support certifications are required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 28% have no call, 38% require no weekends.
Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$87k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $82k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 3.0/10 on work-life balance for Respiratory Therapist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
Benefits analysis: Compared to 8 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...
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