Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs for OPT Students
Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs on OPT require active RRT credentialing from the NBRC, which most employers treat as a hard requirement before your start date. STEM OPT extension is not available for this role, so your 12-month standard OPT window is the timeline to work with.
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Get Access To All JobsHOURS OF WORK:
7P-7A
DAYS OF WEEK:
WORK SHIFT:
12X3 Night (United States of America)
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Your Job:
The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFT’s, and various forms of ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy and airway maintenance. You will be expected to be proficient with the respiratory assessment and respiratory treatment of both adults and neonates. These procedures are performed under the indirect supervision of the department’s medical director, according to departmental policies and procedures. The RRT must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, understanding and ability to care for patients of all age groups; and be sensitive to the diverse and unique needs of patients based on age, sex, race and culture.
YOUR JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program
- Current Basic Life Support certification required
- Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required
- NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support — must obtain within 1 year of hire
- Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board
- Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care
- At least 6 months respiratory care experience.
YOUR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs respiratory therapeutics to include oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, Incentive Spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR and mechanical ventilation.
- Performs and reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures to include arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
- Prepares a treatment evaluation to include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview and a review of patient’s medical record.
- Perform appropriate actions using critical thinking skills.
- Must be able to interpret the CXR, ABG, and PFT’s when reviewing patient data.
- Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices and blood gas analyzers.
- Participates in tasks related to infection control, safety and quality assurance.
- Performs required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
- Utilizes appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
- Perform other job duties as required
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is a 294-bed, full-service acute-care hospital serving North Texas and certified as an Advanced Primary Stroke and Heart Attack Center by The Joint Commission. We are proud to be the first hospital in DFW to earn two AMSN PRISM Awards for exemplary nursing practice.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where team members feel valued and supported. Our culture of excellence has earned national recognition, including:
- Magnet® designation for nursing excellence
- Becker’s Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare (2023)
- Top 10 Military Friendly® and Military Spouse Friendly® Employer (2023)
With advanced technology, patient-centered design, and a new ninth operating room added in 2025, Methodist Mansfield delivers high-quality, innovative care across services including Level III Trauma, NICU, and Maternal Care.
Backed by more than 1,700 team members and 900 physicians, and actively engaged in our community, Methodist Mansfield is a place where your work matters—and your career can grow.
HOURS OF WORK:
7P-7A
DAYS OF WEEK:
WORK SHIFT:
12X3 Night (United States of America)
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Your Job:
The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for a variety of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures including ABG, PFT’s, and various forms of ventilator support, oxygen and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene therapy and airway maintenance. You will be expected to be proficient with the respiratory assessment and respiratory treatment of both adults and neonates. These procedures are performed under the indirect supervision of the department’s medical director, according to departmental policies and procedures. The RRT must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, understanding and ability to care for patients of all age groups; and be sensitive to the diverse and unique needs of patients based on age, sex, race and culture.
YOUR JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program
- Current Basic Life Support certification required
- Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required
- NRP, Pediatric Advanced Life Support — must obtain within 1 year of hire
- Currently licensed in good standing as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board
- Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care
- At least 6 months respiratory care experience.
YOUR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs respiratory therapeutics to include oxygen administration and weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, Incentive Spirometry, airway maintenance, bronchial hygiene, chest physiotherapy, CPR and mechanical ventilation.
- Performs and reports prescribed cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures to include arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies, and electrocardiograms.
- Prepares a treatment evaluation to include a bedside respiratory physical assessment, patient interview and a review of patient’s medical record.
- Perform appropriate actions using critical thinking skills.
- Must be able to interpret the CXR, ABG, and PFT’s when reviewing patient data.
- Assembles, checks, operates and troubleshoots all cardiopulmonary equipment such as artificial airways, ventilators, oxygen analyzers, oxygen delivery devices and blood gas analyzers.
- Participates in tasks related to infection control, safety and quality assurance.
- Performs required cleaning and maintenance of all cardiopulmonary equipment and work areas.
- Utilizes appropriate customer scripting as evidenced by observation and improved patient satisfaction.
- Perform other job duties as required
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is a 294-bed, full-service acute-care hospital serving North Texas and certified as an Advanced Primary Stroke and Heart Attack Center by The Joint Commission. We are proud to be the first hospital in DFW to earn two AMSN PRISM Awards for exemplary nursing practice.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where team members feel valued and supported. Our culture of excellence has earned national recognition, including:
- Magnet® designation for nursing excellence
- Becker’s Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare (2023)
- Top 10 Military Friendly® and Military Spouse Friendly® Employer (2023)
With advanced technology, patient-centered design, and a new ninth operating room added in 2025, Methodist Mansfield delivers high-quality, innovative care across services including Level III Trauma, NICU, and Maternal Care.
Backed by more than 1,700 team members and 900 physicians, and actively engaged in our community, Methodist Mansfield is a place where your work matters—and your career can grow.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Registered Respiratory Therapist
Obtain your RRT credential before applying
Most hospitals won't consider candidates without active NBRC RRT certification. Sitting for the RRT exam while still in school maximizes your OPT window and removes the biggest barrier employers cite when declining international applicants.
Target states with high respiratory therapy demand
States like Texas, California, Florida, and Michigan have large hospital systems that hire respiratory therapists regularly. Higher patient volume in these markets means more open positions and better odds of finding employers open to OPT authorization.
Apply to hospital systems, not only clinics
Large hospital networks and academic medical centers have HR departments familiar with OPT work authorization. Smaller outpatient clinics often lack experience sponsoring international candidates, making them slower to move forward even when interested.
Use your clinical rotations as leverage
If you completed clinical rotations at a hospital during your program, reach out directly to respiratory therapy supervisors there. Facilities that already trained you know your clinical skills and face lower risk hiring you on OPT.
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Can I work as a Registered Respiratory Therapist on OPT?
Yes. Registered Respiratory Therapist roles qualify for OPT work authorization because they directly relate to respiratory therapy or allied health degree programs. You'll need an active EAD from USCIS and, in most states, a state respiratory care license in addition to your NBRC RRT credential before your first day of patient care.
Is Registered Respiratory Therapist eligible for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Respiratory therapy programs are classified under CIP code 51.0908, which is not on the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list. That means you have 12 months of standard OPT authorization, not 36. Planning your H-1B or other long-term visa pathway early is important given that narrower window.
Do employers need to file anything with the government to hire me on OPT?
No employer filing is required during your OPT period. Your EAD is standalone work authorization. The employer simply verifies your EAD and passport during I-9 onboarding. This is a meaningful advantage over H-1B, where the employer must file a petition and pay fees before you can start.
Where can I find Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs that accept OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, so you're not applying blindly to employers who won't consider OPT authorization. Searching Migrate Mate for Registered Respiratory Therapist roles surfaces employers with a documented history of hiring international candidates in clinical roles.
Can my employer sponsor me for an H-1B after my OPT ends?
Registered Respiratory Therapist is a specialty occupation that qualifies for H-1B sponsorship, provided your role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Your employer would need to file an H-1B petition subject to the annual lottery. Given the 12-month OPT window, start that conversation with your employer no later than your sixth month.
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