Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Connecticut
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Connecticut represent one of the more active clinical markets in New England, with steady demand concentrated in acute care hospitals, long-term acute care facilities, and pediatric units. Hartford, New Haven, and Bridgeport are the primary hiring centers, anchored by large systems like Hartford HealthCare, Yale New Haven Health, and Nuvance Health. The most consistent openings are in adult critical care, neonatal respiratory therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Title:
Respiratory Therapist
Department:
83180-Respiratory Therapy
Location:
Farmington
FTE%:
0.9
Shift
1/2
Search #:
2027-460
Closing Date:
11/09/2026
Recruiter:
Alexander, Donna
- This position is covered by the 1199 Bargaining Unit; click her to review the current 1199 Contract.
Job Detail
Job Title:
Respiratory Therapist
Department:
83180-Respiratory Therapy
Location:
Farmington
FTE%:
0.9
Shift
1/2
Search #:
2027-460
Closing Date:
11/09/2026
Recruiter:
Alexander, Donna
- This position is covered by the 1199 Bargaining Unit; click her to review the current 1199 Contract.
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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in respiratory therapist jobs across Connecticut.
- Active Connecticut respiratory care practitioner license issued by the Department of Public Health
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification required at time of hire for all clinical settings
- Minimum one year of acute care or ICU experience for most hospital positions
- Proficiency with mechanical ventilators and arterial blood gas interpretation required
Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a respiratory therapist in Connecticut?
You must hold an active respiratory care practitioner license issued by the Connecticut Department of Public Health. To qualify, you need to complete an accredited respiratory therapy program and pass the National Board for Respiratory Care Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination. Most Connecticut employers also expect the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential. The Department of Public Health handles all licensing and renewal, and applications are submitted directly through their online portal.
How much do respiratory therapists make in Connecticut?
Respiratory therapists in Connecticut earn a median of about $85,230 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $72,410 for the lowest 10% to over $121,620 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire respiratory therapists in Connecticut?
Companies currently hiring respiratory therapists in Connecticut include Northwell Health, American Traveler, and Hartford HealthCare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Connecticut's concentration of large integrated health systems means most openings appear within multi-hospital networks rather than standalone facilities.
Which Connecticut cities have the most respiratory therapist jobs?
Bristol, Hartford, and New Haven have the most respiratory therapist openings in Connecticut. Hartford leads because it anchors the Hartford HealthCare system and Saint Francis Hospital, while New Haven's volume reflects the size of Yale New Haven Health, and Bridgeport draws openings from Nuvance Health's Fairfield County facilities and its proximity to the dense suburban population along the I-95 corridor.
Are there remote respiratory therapist jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're rare. Respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact for ventilator management, aerosol treatments, and assessments, so the vast majority of positions are fully on-site. About 33% of respiratory therapist openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. The small share of remote work tends to appear in telehealth oversight, utilization review, or clinical education roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a respiratory therapist in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate programs at Connecticut's large hospital systems. Hartford HealthCare and Yale New Haven Health both run structured onboarding tracks for new respiratory therapy graduates that pair you with experienced clinicians in supervised shifts. Candidates who already hold a Certified Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care and a Connecticut Department of Public Health license are consistently prioritized. Lateral entry from roles such as respiratory therapy technician or pulmonary function technologist is another common route into full therapist positions within the same system.
Where can I find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings across hospitals, long-term acute care, and outpatient settings. 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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