Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Massachusetts
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Massachusetts are in high demand, concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, and neonatal and pediatric specialty units, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior lead therapist. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield are the primary hiring hubs, where major employers such as Mass General Brigham, UMass Memorial Health, and Baystate Health maintain large respiratory care departments. The most consistently in-demand specialties include neonatal intensive care, pulmonary rehabilitation, and critical care ventilator management. 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.
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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
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in respiratory therapist jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the Board of Registration in Allied Health Professions
- Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC
- Associate or bachelor's degree from a CoARC-accredited respiratory therapy program
- Hands-on experience with mechanical ventilation and airway management in a clinical setting
- Basic Life Support certification required with ACLS preferred for critical care positions
- Familiarity with pulmonary function testing, arterial blood gas analysis, and patient education
Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a respiratory therapist in Massachusetts?
To become a respiratory therapist in Massachusetts, you must graduate from a CoARC-accredited respiratory therapy program and obtain a license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Allied Health Professions. Licensure requires passing the NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist exam at minimum, and most Massachusetts hospitals strongly prefer or require the higher Registered Respiratory Therapist credential. Applications are submitted directly through the Board of Allied Health Professions.
How much do respiratory therapists make in Massachusetts?
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 respiratory therapists in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring 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 density of academic medical centers and large regional health systems means full-time positions with specialty rotations are more common here than in many other states.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most respiratory therapist jobs?
Boston, Stoughton, and Worcester have the most respiratory therapist openings in Massachusetts. Boston's concentration of academic medical centers and Level I trauma facilities drives the bulk of listings, while Worcester and Springfield reflect the large regional health systems, including UMass Memorial and Baystate Health, that anchor care delivery across central and western Massachusetts.
Are there remote respiratory therapist jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact, so most positions are on-site. About 31% of respiratory therapist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be in telehealth monitoring, sleep study interpretation, or case management rather than direct bedside care.
How can I get hired as a respiratory therapist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate respiratory therapist postings at large Massachusetts health systems such as Mass General Brigham, Boston Children's Hospital, or Baystate Health, which routinely hire CoARC graduates into structured orientation programs. Completing a clinical rotation at a Massachusetts facility strengthens your application significantly. Candidates who hold the CRT credential and a current Massachusetts license are competitive even without post-graduation experience, and lateral movement from pulmonary function technician or respiratory therapy aide roles is a common bridge into full therapist positions.
Where can I find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find a role that fits and apply directly.
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