Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem)

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for per diem night shifts. The role supports respiratory care across modalities and requires independent clinical judgement under physician supervision.

The position emphasizes education and licensure requirements, including CoARC-accredited Associate's degree, NBRC RRT, NY licensure, and ongoing competency training. Pay ranges between $35.60 and $47.40 per hour, with per diem terms based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a CoARC accredited respiratory care program with an Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NBRC required and NY licensure.
• Maintains ongoing education and annual competency per NY requirements.

Responsibilities

• Specializes in respiratory care modalities for the designated clinical area with clinical judgment under physician supervision.
• Supervises students enrolled in respiratory care programs during shifts.
• Exercises independent clinical judgment in patient care under supervision as required.
• Participates in orientation and ongoing education mandated by New York.

Skills

BLS/ACLS/NRP/CPR Certification

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care (preferred)

RRT NBRC Certification

New York State Licensure

Job description

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for per diem night shifts. The role supports respiratory care across modalities and requires independent clinical judgement under physician supervision.

The position emphasizes education and licensure requirements, including CoARC-accredited Associate's degree, NBRC RRT, NY licensure, and ongoing competency training. Pay ranges between $35.60 and $47.40 per hour, with per diem terms based on experience and location.