Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Delaware
Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs in Delaware are concentrated in Wilmington, Dover, and Newark, where major health systems including ChristianaCare, Bayhealth Medical Center, and Nemours Children's Health maintain consistent respiratory therapy departments. Demand is strongest in critical care, neonatal and pediatric respiratory support, and pulmonary rehabilitation, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. Delaware's compact geography means most positions are within commuting distance of one another, making the state one of the more accessible markets in the mid-Atlantic region. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Why work at TidalHealth?
Looking for a rewarding place to work? Choose TidalHealth. Our hospitals have been named among the Top 5 percent of all U.S. hospitals by Healthgrades and a five-star hospital by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Located just 30 minutes from the beach, TidalHealth offers the widest array of specialty and subspecialty services such as neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, joint replacement, emergency/trauma care, comprehensive cancer care, wound care and clinical trials and research. Take advantage of our tuition and certification assistance programs to grow both personally and professionally.
RRT II Position Summary
The respiratory therapist works under the direct supervision of a Clinical Supervisor and provides respiratory care to the patients in an assigned area following prescribed procedures. May be assigned some supervisory duties in the absence of a Clinical Supervisor.
RRT II Position Requirements
- AA or BS in Respiratory Therapy.
- Must have successfully completed the registry test administered by the National Board of Respiratory Care and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
- MD licensure required.
RRT II Benefits
- At TidalHealth, full-time employees working at least 72 hours per pay period, part-time employees working at least 36 hours per pay period and part-time employees working at least 30 hours or more on weekends only are eligible for benefits.
- Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.
Location: TidalHealth · Respiratory
Schedule: Standby, Varied, Varied
*Students are welcome to apply*
Why work at TidalHealth?
Looking for a rewarding place to work? Choose TidalHealth. Our hospitals have been named among the Top 5 percent of all U.S. hospitals by Healthgrades and a five-star hospital by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Located just 30 minutes from the beach, TidalHealth offers the widest array of specialty and subspecialty services such as neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, joint replacement, emergency/trauma care, comprehensive cancer care, wound care and clinical trials and research. Take advantage of our tuition and certification assistance programs to grow both personally and professionally.
RRT II Position Summary
The respiratory therapist works under the direct supervision of a Clinical Supervisor and provides respiratory care to the patients in an assigned area following prescribed procedures. May be assigned some supervisory duties in the absence of a Clinical Supervisor.
RRT II Position Requirements
- AA or BS in Respiratory Therapy.
- Must have successfully completed the registry test administered by the National Board of Respiratory Care and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
- MD licensure required.
RRT II Benefits
- At TidalHealth, full-time employees working at least 72 hours per pay period, part-time employees working at least 36 hours per pay period and part-time employees working at least 30 hours or more on weekends only are eligible for benefits.
- Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.
Location: TidalHealth · Respiratory
Schedule: Standby, Varied, Varied
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The qualifications that appear most often in registered respiratory therapist jobs across Delaware.
- Active Delaware respiratory care practitioner license issued by the Delaware Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory care from a CoARC-accredited program
- Current BLS certification required, with ACLS preferred for critical care settings
- Minimum one to two years of clinical experience in acute or critical care respiratory therapy
- Proficiency with mechanical ventilators, arterial blood gas analysis, and pulmonary function testing
Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered respiratory therapist in Delaware?
To become a registered respiratory therapist in Delaware, you must first complete an associate or bachelor's degree from a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program, then pass the National Board for Respiratory Care's Therapist Multiple-Choice and Clinical Simulation examinations to earn the RRT credential. Delaware requires licensure through the Delaware Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline before you may practice. The application includes proof of your NBRC credentials, an application fee, and a background check.
How much do registered respiratory therapists make in Delaware?
Registered respiratory therapists in Delaware earn a median of about $91,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,210 for the lowest 10% to over $109,890 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered respiratory therapists in Delaware?
Employers hiring registered respiratory therapists in Delaware right now include Nemours Children's Health, Bayhealth, and TidalHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Delaware's hiring is anchored by large integrated health systems that operate across multiple hospital campuses and outpatient facilities throughout the state.
Which Delaware cities have the most registered respiratory therapist jobs?
Wilmington, Milford, and Seaford account for the most registered respiratory therapist openings in Delaware. Wilmington drives the largest share of postings because ChristianaCare's flagship campuses and Nemours Children's Health are based there, while Dover's activity reflects Bayhealth Medical Center's regional presence and the healthcare needs of a state capital with surrounding rural communities.
How can I get hired as a registered respiratory therapist in Delaware with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a new-graduate or associate-level respiratory therapist position at ChristianaCare or Bayhealth, both of which have historically hired new CoARC graduates into structured orientation programs within their critical care and medical units. Candidates who hold their CRT credential while pursuing the RRT exam are considered for these openings. Adjacent roles such as respiratory therapy aide or pulmonary function technician at Delaware outpatient centers can also provide the clinical hours that strengthen a full RRT application.
Where can I find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Delaware?
You can find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current Delaware openings across hospitals, health systems, and outpatient facilities. Find the roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly.
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