Respiratory Therapist - Dayshift - Per-diem (Flex)
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $40–$50 an hour. Open respiratory therapist jobs in New Jersey post a median of $47.86 an hour, the middle half $44.41–$51.01, across 88 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Respiratory therapists employed in New Jersey earn a median of $48.47 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).
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About the job
Summary
We are seeking Respiratory Therapists to join our team of healthcare professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and treating patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders and providing education to patients and their families on how to manage their conditions.
Responsibilities
- Assess and treat patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, and pneumonia.
- Administer medication and oxygen therapy as prescribed by physicians.
- Educate patients and their families on how to manage their conditions, including medication use and breathing techniques.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians and nurses, to develop patient treatment plans.
- Monitor and record patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Respond to emergency situations, such as cardiac arrest, and provide life support measures as needed, in accordance with the scope of practice for a Respiratory Therapist.
Requirements
- Current state license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergency situations.
From New Jersey Respiratory's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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