Respiratory Therapist CRT / RRT - FT Days
- Sign-on bonus up to $10,000
- Days
How this pay compares
This posting states $32.50–$46 an hour. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Connecticut post a median of $42.32 an hour, the middle half $38.48–$44.17, across 45 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Respiratory therapists employed in Connecticut earn a median of $40.98 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Workplace injuries
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center-THONE-CT in Hartford reported 105 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 4,088,779 hours worked: 5.1 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.0 per 100 full-time workers at hospitals, general medical and surgicalnationwide. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of St Francis Hospital & Medical Center
Medicare gives St Francis Hospital & Medical Center 2 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Connecticut's hospitals average 3.4). 70% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Connecticut hospitals by rating.
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About the job
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
12 Hour Day Shift
Description
SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $10,000 for new colleague
Position Purpose
The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department at Saint Mary's Hospital
What you will do
- The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department
- Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care
- Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care
- Sets up, operates and manages patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices; Manages patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree
- Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care
Position Highlights and Benefits
- Full time 36hr on 7a-7p
- Excellent Shift and Weekend Differentials
- Great benefits starting day 1
Pay Range: $32.50 -46.00 per hour
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
- Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
- Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
- Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
- Well-being Initiative
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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About Trinity Health
Trinity Health is a health system with 91 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) hospitals, 101 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) continuing care locations and 133,000 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) colleagues serving communities across 23 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) states. Source: Trinity Health, About Us
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