Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Massachusetts

A Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assess, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and COPD. They are also essential in emergency situations, providing life-saving treatment to victims of heart attacks, stroke, drowning, or shock. Respiratory Therapists are responsible for operating and maintaining various types of respiratory equipment, including ventilators and artificial airway devices.

Respiratory Therapists should possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion, and attention to detail. An essential requirement is a certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) which includes Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials. Prior to becoming a Respiratory Therapist, a person could have roles such as a respiratory therapy technician, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a medical assistant, which offer valuable patient care experience.

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Emerson Health

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist Schedule: Per Diem Pay Range: $42.00 - $47.00 / Hourly Shift: Eve/Night shift Hours: 1900-0730 About this role Join Our Respiratory Therapy Team Job Summary Are you ready to take...

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Vinali Staffing
  • Methuen, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Methuen, MA
  • 6 days ago

Full time - Respiratory Therapist HOME CARE At Rotech Healthcare Inc., we’re more than a medical equipment provider—we’re a trusted partner in patient care....

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Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Hyannis, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hyannis, MA
  • 1 day ago

Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance...

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

Respiratory Therapist Career Opportunity Join Encompass Health's Respiratory Care Family: A Career of Impact Are you in search of a career that resonates with your heart and community?...

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Respiratory Unit - Respiratory Therapist

  • Trusted Health
  • Salem, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 11 days ago

Required Skills/Experience: Must have ventilator experience. Ability to draw arterial blood gases....

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Respiratory Therapist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Western Massachusetts
  • Holyoke, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Holyoke, MA
  • 1 day ago

Respiratory Therapist Career Opportunity Join Encompass Health's Respiratory Care Family: A Career of Impact Are you in search of a career that resonates with your heart and community?...

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Travel Respiratory Therapist

  • Titan Medical Group
  • Newton, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 6 days ago

Travel Respiratory Therapist Weekly Gross Pay: $1922.00 - $2122.00 Location: Newton, MA, United States Start date: 6/28/2026 Assignment length: 12 Weeks Minimum years of relevant experience in healthcare...

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Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Northampton, MA
  • moments ago
  • Northampton, MA
  • moments ago

Respiratory Therapists perform diagnostic tests and you must collaborate with the care team to create a treatment plan....

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Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical C

  • Tufts Medical Center - Medicine
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Eight (8) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program....

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Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • StaffDNA
  • Northampton, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Northampton, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance....

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Registered Respiratory Therapist

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Northampton, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Northampton, MA
  • 2 hours ago

**Equal Opportunity Employer** Requirements: Minimum of 1 year of current work experience providing in Respiratory Therapist - RRT....

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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Job

  • Jackson HealthPros
  • Northampton, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Northampton, MA
  • 2 hours ago

The Respiratory Therapist performs technical duties to administer respiratory therapy treatments to assigned patients and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures...

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Travel Respiratory Therapist Certified Respiratory Therapist

  • TLC Nursing
  • Everett, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Everett, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Assist in mechanical ventilation management and non-invasive ventilation support. Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and adjust respiratory treatments as needed....

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Respiratory Therapist NIGHTS Springfield, MA

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing
  • Springfield, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is partnered with a much-respected facility in Springfield, MA who is currently seeking a qualified Registered Respiratory Therapist to assist them on a contractual basis...

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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Respiratory Therapy

  • Accountable Healthcare Staffing
  • Hyannis, MA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hyannis, MA
  • 9 hours ago

$2,041.20 - $2,268.00 Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour...

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Respiratory Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Acute Respiratory Failure
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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
43.0%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.2%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Respiratory Therapists in Massachusetts
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
23.4%
1-2 years
20.2%
2-4 years
6.2%
4-6 years
2.8%



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