Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs in Pennsylvania draw consistent demand across the state's large academic medical centers, regional hospital networks, and long-term acute care facilities, with openings at every level from entry-level staff therapist to lead clinician and sleep lab supervisor. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown anchor the highest concentrations of hiring, where major employers like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Lehigh Valley Health Network maintain ongoing respiratory therapy departments. Critical care, neonatal respiratory support, and pulmonary rehabilitation are the specialties Pennsylvania employers recruit for most actively. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position requiring 2+ years of adult critical care and emergency department experience.
Details
- Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30
- Every other weekend and every other holiday rotation required
- No on-call responsibilities
- Adult critical care and emergency department work settings
- Utilizes specialized equipment including Hamilton G5, PB 980, Respironics V60, Optiflow, Lumis tx, Cough Assist, Vest, and IPV
- Epic charting system experience preferred
Requirements
- Current RRT, BLS, and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of experience required
- Adult critical care and emergency department experience required
- Trauma Level I and Level II experience preferred
- State license required if applicable
- Valid professional references and copies of certifications required for consideration
Additional Information
- Dark grey scrubs required
- First-time travelers will be considered for this position
- Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at a different rate
- RTO requests must be submitted and approved at time of consideration; changes after submission will not be accepted
- Responsibilities include ventilator management, weaning from mechanical ventilation, and troubleshooting high-pressure alarms
- Skilled in airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
- Performs arterial blood gas draws and interpretation
- Provides chest physiotherapy and pulmonary hygiene care
- Administers a range of aerosolized and nebulized medications
- Cares for patients with conditions such as ARDS, pneumonia, and COVID-19
- PA fingerprinting required for compliance and may require travel
- Lab work must be completed within 48 hours of signing
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position requiring 2+ years of adult critical care and emergency department experience.
Details
- Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30
- Every other weekend and every other holiday rotation required
- No on-call responsibilities
- Adult critical care and emergency department work settings
- Utilizes specialized equipment including Hamilton G5, PB 980, Respironics V60, Optiflow, Lumis tx, Cough Assist, Vest, and IPV
- Epic charting system experience preferred
Requirements
- Current RRT, BLS, and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of experience required
- Adult critical care and emergency department experience required
- Trauma Level I and Level II experience preferred
- State license required if applicable
- Valid professional references and copies of certifications required for consideration
Additional Information
- Dark grey scrubs required
- First-time travelers will be considered for this position
- Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at a different rate
- RTO requests must be submitted and approved at time of consideration; changes after submission will not be accepted
- Responsibilities include ventilator management, weaning from mechanical ventilation, and troubleshooting high-pressure alarms
- Skilled in airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and tracheostomy care
- Performs arterial blood gas draws and interpretation
- Provides chest physiotherapy and pulmonary hygiene care
- Administers a range of aerosolized and nebulized medications
- Cares for patients with conditions such as ARDS, pneumonia, and COVID-19
- PA fingerprinting required for compliance and may require travel
- Lab work must be completed within 48 hours of signing
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Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- UPMC13
- Penn State Health13
- Geisinger10
- Allegheny Health Network10
- Vibra Travels5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services38
- Education1
- Insurance1
- Agriculture & Farming1
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered respiratory therapist jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania respiratory therapist license issued by the State Board of Medicine
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for acute care settings
- Clinical experience with mechanical ventilation and critical care monitoring equipment
- Proficiency in patient assessment and pulmonary function testing procedures
- Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems
Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered respiratory therapist in Pennsylvania?
You must complete an accredited respiratory therapy program at the associate or bachelor's level, pass the Therapist Multiple-Choice and Clinical Simulation Examinations administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care to earn the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential, and then obtain a Pennsylvania respiratory therapist license through the State Board of Medicine under the Pennsylvania Department of State. Both the national credential and the state license are required before you can practice independently in Pennsylvania.
How much do registered respiratory therapists make in Pennsylvania?
Registered respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $78,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,440 for the lowest 10% to over $95,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania?
Companies currently hiring registered respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania include UPMC, Penn State Health, and Geisinger, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers generate the steadiest volume of openings across inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most registered respiratory therapist jobs?
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown lead Pennsylvania for registered respiratory therapist openings. Philadelphia's concentration of academic medical centers and specialty hospitals drives the largest share, while Pittsburgh's UPMC and Allegheny Health Network anchors strong demand in the west, and Allentown's rapid health system growth through Lehigh Valley Health Network sustains consistent hiring in the Lehigh Valley corridor.
Are there remote registered respiratory therapist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Registered respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role requiring direct patient contact, so most positions are fully on-site. About 0% of registered respiratory therapist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to be in telehealth triage, utilization review, or respiratory therapy education rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a registered respiratory therapist in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate residency or transition-to-practice programs run by large Pennsylvania health systems, particularly UPMC and Penn Medicine, which periodically open structured positions for newly credentialed therapists in general medical or step-down units. Candidates who hold a current Pennsylvania respiratory therapist license and the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care before applying move faster through screening. Lateral experience as a patient care technician, pulmonary function technician, or polysomnographic technician at a Pennsylvania hospital also strengthens an application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to registered respiratory therapist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your credentials and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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