Respiratory Therapist
- $7,500 sign-on bonus
- BLS
- ACLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $42–$46 an hour. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $46.03 an hour, the middle half $43.92–$50.69, across 72 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Respiratory therapists employed in Massachusetts earn a median of $49.12 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
Respiratory therapists in Massachusetts: pay by town and employer
About the job
Respiratory Therapist | Leonard Florence Center for Living
$42.00 - $46.00/hou r, based on experience
Full-Time | Day Shifts
~~$7,500 Sign-On Bonus!~ ~
Be a part of the first and only Green House Ventilator Program in the world! The award-winning Leonard Florence Center for Living Green House is a state-of-the-art skilled nursing residence offering innovative, person-centered care. Our advanced Vent Unit combines cutting-edge technology with a home-like environment, empowering residents to live as independently as possible while receiving exceptional, compassionate care.
Delivering Solutions that Matter
- Provide prescribed respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, therapeutic and medicinal gases, aerosolized medications, and other respiratory care services.
- Deliver compassionate, resident-centered care while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to promote optimal respiratory health and quality of life.
- Monitor, assess, and document residents' conditions, reporting changes and adverse reactions to nursing staff and physicians.
- Review physician orders, administer prescribed respiratory therapies, and maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Inspect, test, and maintain respiratory equipment to ensure safe, effective operation and compliance with facility policies.
Qualifications for Success
- Current, valid Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license.
- Strong clinical assessment and patient evaluation skills.
- Current CPR certifications, including BLS and ACLS.
- Maintains required educational competencies in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Benefits for Eligible Positions
- Comprehensive Benefits Package – Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance, and a variety of voluntary benefits, including short- and long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance.
- Generous Paid Time Off – Take time to recharge with vacation and sick time, plus a paid birthday to celebrate your special day!
- A Workplace Where You Belong – Join a supportive, inclusive team and a mission-driven organization where your work makes a meaningful difference every day.
Apply today and become part of our team at the Leonard Florence Center for Living!
Chelsea Jewish Lifecare is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.
Chelsea Jewish Lifecare conducts extensive background checks and professional references for all potential employees. If selected for hire, you must be able to provide a recent physical and required immunizations including fully-vaccinated status for Covid-19.
From Chelsea Jewish Lifecare's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Chelsea Jewish Lifecare operates 5 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and therapists. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
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