Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Massachusetts
Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs in Massachusetts are consistently active, with strong demand across academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and specialty pulmonary and critical care practices, at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. Most hiring is concentrated in Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital, UMass Memorial Health, and Baystate Health maintain ongoing respiratory therapy staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties are critical care, neonatal and pediatric respiratory therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
This position reports directly to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy and receives day to day oversight from the Respiratory Supervisors. The
Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory care related duties to all age groups. Responsible for direct patient care within their scope of services in accordance with state licensure, and the Registration Board of Respiratory Care. The Respiratory Therapist works under physician orders, follows departmental and Beverly Hospital policies. Utilizes a high level of critical thinking skills, must have the ability to apply the appropriate best-practice, be objective and receptive to others’ points of view with regard to patient care issues.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:
o Provides direct patient care under physician orders and within the scope of services and licensure laws
o Works collaboratively with providers
o Reviews current orders in area of responsibility and ensures patients receive treatments as ordered
o Administers medications via hand held nebulizer, MDI and new modes of delivery as established
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an Accredited School of Respiratory Therapy.
Licensure, Certification, Registration:
- Massachusetts License
- Certified Respiratory Therapist – Registered Respiratory Therapist Preferred
- Current BLS certification
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of PC’s.
- Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills.
- Ability to impart specialized clinical and medical information to members of the health care team; physician, nurses
Experience:
Experience as a Staff Respiratory Therapist with a focus on critical care preferred
Pay Range:
$39.59 - $58.83The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
This position reports directly to the Manager of Respiratory Therapy and receives day to day oversight from the Respiratory Supervisors. The
Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory care related duties to all age groups. Responsible for direct patient care within their scope of services in accordance with state licensure, and the Registration Board of Respiratory Care. The Respiratory Therapist works under physician orders, follows departmental and Beverly Hospital policies. Utilizes a high level of critical thinking skills, must have the ability to apply the appropriate best-practice, be objective and receptive to others’ points of view with regard to patient care issues.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:
o Provides direct patient care under physician orders and within the scope of services and licensure laws
o Works collaboratively with providers
o Reviews current orders in area of responsibility and ensures patients receive treatments as ordered
o Administers medications via hand held nebulizer, MDI and new modes of delivery as established
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an Accredited School of Respiratory Therapy.
Licensure, Certification, Registration:
- Massachusetts License
- Certified Respiratory Therapist – Registered Respiratory Therapist Preferred
- Current BLS certification
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of PC’s.
- Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills.
- Ability to impart specialized clinical and medical information to members of the health care team; physician, nurses
Experience:
Experience as a Staff Respiratory Therapist with a focus on critical care preferred
Pay Range:
$39.59 - $58.83The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The qualifications that appear most often in registered respiratory therapist jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts respiratory care license issued by the Board of Registration in Allied Health Professions
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory care from an accredited program
- Current Basic Life Support certification required for all clinical settings
- Experience with mechanical ventilation and critical care respiratory management preferred
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems used in Massachusetts hospital environments
Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered respiratory therapist in Massachusetts?
You must hold an active respiratory care license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Allied Health Professions, which requires completing an accredited respiratory care program at the associate or bachelor's level and passing the Registered Respiratory Therapist examination administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Massachusetts does not recognize out-of-state licenses by endorsement automatically, so candidates licensed elsewhere must apply directly to the board for Massachusetts licensure before practicing in the state.
How much do registered respiratory therapists make in Massachusetts?
Registered respiratory therapists in Massachusetts earn a median of about $102,170 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,330 for the lowest 10% to over $123,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered respiratory therapists in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring registered respiratory therapists in Massachusetts right now include Beth Israel Lahey Health, American Traveler, and Boston Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of large academic medical centers and regional health systems means that hospital-employed positions make up the majority of openings, with consistent hiring across inpatient, ICU, and outpatient pulmonary settings.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most registered respiratory therapist jobs?
Boston, Stoughton, and Worcester lead Massachusetts for registered respiratory therapist openings. Boston dominates because of its dense cluster of academic medical centers and teaching hospitals, while Worcester reflects the large regional footprint of UMass Memorial Health, and Springfield draws steady demand from Baystate Health and the broader western Massachusetts healthcare network.
Are there remote registered respiratory therapist jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they are rare. Registered respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact for the vast majority of duties, so remote work is not a standard feature of the field. About 31% of registered respiratory therapist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are typically limited to telehealth consultation, utilization review, or clinical education roles that do not require bedside care.
How can I get hired as a registered respiratory therapist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate or respiratory therapy residency positions at large Massachusetts health systems, where institutions like Brigham and Women's Hospital and UMass Memorial Health periodically run structured new-grad onboarding programs for licensed RRTs. Candidates can also move into respiratory therapy from adjacent allied health roles such as pulmonary function technician or patient care technician positions, which provide relevant clinical exposure. Holding an active Massachusetts license before applying and completing a clinical rotation at a Massachusetts facility significantly strengthens a new-grad application.
Where can I find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and specialty practices. Find the roles that fit your credentials and experience and apply directly from the listings below.
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