Respiratory Therapist Jobs in New York
Respiratory Therapist jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, and long-term acute care facilities, with openings at every level from new graduate to clinical specialist. The deepest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Rochester, where large employers like NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health, and Montefiore Medical Center maintain consistent demand. Neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, critical care, and pulmonary rehabilitation are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health's anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist- Per Diem.
In this role, the successful candidate The Respiratory Care Practitioner performs cardiopulmonary evaluation respiratory treatment techniques and education to the patient family and public.
Job Responsibilities:
- Reviews data in-patient record, including admission and current R.C. orders, patient history, physical exam, PFT values, ABG results, and laboratory data.
- Set up and maintain respiratory equipment as instructed.
- Attends department meetings and in-services as instructed.
- Performs patient assessment in order to monitor effects of therapy provided and documents this assessment in the patient chart.
- Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve and maintain adequate oxygenation.
- Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve and maintain a patent airway, including maintenance of adequate humidification.
- Obtain and analyzes ABG's as ordered/ per policy.
- Follows Department protocols, such as weaning protocol, patient ventilator monitoring, Cuff pressure monitoring, etc'.
- Selects, assembles, and checks for proper function, operation, cleanliness, and availability of mechanical ventilators, positive pressure devices, etc'..
- Evaluates patient's ventilatory status through invasive and non-invasive monitoring.
- Responds to codes such as: Med Stat
- Educates patients and/or family on current Respiratory therapy and documents
- Collects and evaluates clinical info by inspection, palpation and auscultation.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Certificate of graduation from a CoArc accredited Respiratory Therapy program required. Bachelors preferred.
NYS Respiratory Therapist license.
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registry
BLS Certification Required
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $45.00 - $45.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health's anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist- Per Diem.
In this role, the successful candidate The Respiratory Care Practitioner performs cardiopulmonary evaluation respiratory treatment techniques and education to the patient family and public.
Job Responsibilities:
- Reviews data in-patient record, including admission and current R.C. orders, patient history, physical exam, PFT values, ABG results, and laboratory data.
- Set up and maintain respiratory equipment as instructed.
- Attends department meetings and in-services as instructed.
- Performs patient assessment in order to monitor effects of therapy provided and documents this assessment in the patient chart.
- Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve and maintain adequate oxygenation.
- Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve and maintain a patent airway, including maintenance of adequate humidification.
- Obtain and analyzes ABG's as ordered/ per policy.
- Follows Department protocols, such as weaning protocol, patient ventilator monitoring, Cuff pressure monitoring, etc'.
- Selects, assembles, and checks for proper function, operation, cleanliness, and availability of mechanical ventilators, positive pressure devices, etc'..
- Evaluates patient's ventilatory status through invasive and non-invasive monitoring.
- Responds to codes such as: Med Stat
- Educates patients and/or family on current Respiratory therapy and documents
- Collects and evaluates clinical info by inspection, palpation and auscultation.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Certificate of graduation from a CoArc accredited Respiratory Therapy program required. Bachelors preferred.
NYS Respiratory Therapist license.
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registry
BLS Certification Required
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $45.00 - $45.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Respiratory Therapist Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Rochester Regional Health14
- NYC Health + Hospitals5
- UPMC3
- Lincare3
- Catholic Health3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services12
- Science & Research4
- Education3
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in respiratory therapist jobs across New York.
- Active New York State respiratory therapist license issued by the New York State Education Department
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program
- Hands-on experience with mechanical ventilation and critical care monitoring equipment
- Basic Life Support certification with Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred for acute care roles
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification for roles in pediatric or NICU settings
Respiratory Therapist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a respiratory therapist in New York?
To work as a respiratory therapist in New York, you must hold a license issued by the New York State Education Department. Licensure requires completing an accredited respiratory therapy program at the associate or bachelor's level and passing the Therapist Multiple-Choice and Clinical Simulation Examinations administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care. New York does not recognize reciprocity from other states automatically, so out-of-state therapists must apply directly to the NYSED Office of the Professions.
How much do respiratory therapists make in New York?
Respiratory therapists in New York earn a median of about $107,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,270 for the lowest 10% to over $131,500 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire respiratory therapists in New York?
Employers hiring respiratory therapists in New York right now include Rochester Regional Health, NYC Health + Hospitals, and UPMC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New York's large academic medical systems and regional health networks drive the majority of consistent openings, particularly in hospital-based and specialty care settings.
Which New York cities have the most respiratory therapist jobs?
The New York cities with the most respiratory therapist openings are Rochester, Buffalo, and New York. New York City leads because of the density of major hospital systems and academic medical centers, while Buffalo and Rochester draw steady demand from large regional health networks like Kaleida Health and Rochester Regional Health that anchor those metro areas.
Are there remote respiratory therapist jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact, so the vast majority of positions are on-site. About 13% of respiratory therapist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be in telehealth triage, clinical education, or patient coaching programs rather than direct bedside care.
How can I get hired as a respiratory therapist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate residency or clinical training programs run by large New York hospital systems such as Northwell Health and NewYork-Presbyterian, which regularly onboard new graduates into supervised roles. Candidates who hold their New York State license and Registered Respiratory Therapist credential before applying stand out considerably. Lateral entry from roles like pulmonary function technician or respiratory therapy aide is another common path, as is targeting long-term acute care hospitals and rehabilitation facilities, which are often more willing to train new graduates than tertiary trauma centers.
Where can I find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that match your credentials and experience and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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