Entry Level Respiratory Therapist Jobs

New grad respiratory therapist jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where clinical rotation hours and internship work can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, with employers like UPMC, CHRISTUS Health, and Atrium Health hiring at this level now.

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Open roles349+
Top statePennsylvania
Top employerUPMC
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Work type98% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
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San Luis Obispo, California
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$55 - $60/hr
On-Site
None
11-50

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CHRISTUS Health
Certified Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy
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Certified Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy
CHRISTUS Health
Alexandria, Louisiana
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Customer Support
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Baylor Scott & White Health
Registered Respiratory Therapist
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
Baylor Scott & White Health
Brenham, Texas
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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UT Southwestern Medical Center
Registered Respiratory Therapist
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UT Southwestern Medical Center
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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CHRISTUS Health
Registered Respiratory Therapist
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
CHRISTUS Health
Corpus Christi, Texas
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Entry Level Respiratory Therapist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • UPMC
    UPMC18
  • CHRISTUS Health
    CHRISTUS Health16
  • Atrium Health
    Atrium Health15
  • Encompass Health
    Encompass Health10
  • Piedmont Healthcare
    Piedmont Healthcare10

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services327
  • Education10
  • Science & Research4
  • Technology & Software3
  • Consulting & Professional Services2
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Entry Level Respiratory Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level respiratory therapist job?

Employers at this level look for candidates who have completed their RRT or CRT credential, finished clinical rotations in acute care or hospital settings, and can demonstrate hands-on competency with ventilator management and airway clearance. A strong clinical rotation evaluation, a letter of recommendation from a supervising therapist, and any ACLS or NRP certifications give new candidates a clear edge over those with credentials alone.

Which companies hire entry level respiratory therapists?

Companies hiring entry level respiratory therapists right now include UPMC, CHRISTUS Health, and Atrium Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Health systems, community hospitals, and long-term acute care facilities make up the majority of employers actively recruiting at this experience level.

Are there remote entry level respiratory therapist jobs?

Yes, though most roles remain hands-on and on-site by nature. About 2% of entry level respiratory therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve patient education, care coordination, or telehealth support rather than direct bedside therapy.

Are these new grad respiratory therapist jobs?

Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior respiratory therapist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts clinical rotations or internship hours toward the requirement, or explicitly states that a strong portfolio of hands-on training can substitute for post-graduation work history.

Which industries hire the most entry level respiratory therapists?

Entry Level respiratory therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run high patient volumes in pulmonary, critical care, and emergency departments where new therapists can build clinical depth quickly.

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