Evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with cardiopulmonary conditions across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations. Responsibilities include managing ventilators, performing diagnostic tests, and participating in emergency critical care interventions.
Requirements summary
Requires an Associate's degree in Respiratory Care and Massachusetts CRT eligibility or licensure. Current CPR certification is required, with ACLS and experience in acute or critical care environments preferred.
associate degreeprofessional certificateCommunicationPatient EducationCritical ThinkingDiagnostic TestingPatient-Centered CareRapid ResponseAirway ManagementArterial Blood Gas AnalysisMechanical VentilationPulmonary Function TestingCode Blue ParticipationExtracorporeal Life Support
Job description
Respiratory Therapist Baystate Medical Center | Springfield Full-Time | Day Shift (7am-7:30pm) Sign on bonus eligible Launch Your Respiratory Career at the Highest Level of Practice Ready for your next step as a Respiratory Therapist?
At Baystate Health, experienced clinicians have the opportunity to work alongside some of the region’s top critical care teams at a leading academic medical center.
At Baystate Medical Center, you’ll practice in a high-acuity environment where respiratory therapists are valued clinical partners across the continuum of care — from Level III NICU and pediatric populations to complex adult critical care and trauma patients.
This is an opportunity to expand your expertise, sharpen advanced clinical skills, and contribute meaningfully within a collaborative, patient-centered team.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your critical care experience, gain exposure to advanced therapies, or grow within an academic healthcare system, Baystate offers the resources and support to help you advance your career.
Why Experienced Respiratory Therapists Choose Baystate Diverse, High-Acuity Clinical Practice Provide care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations in one of the region’s premier academic medical centers.
Advanced Clinical Exposure Work with sophisticated therapies and technologies, including: Invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation Arterial blood gas analysis Pulmonary function testing Rapid Response and Code Blue participation Air and ground transport cases Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) Collaborative, Team-Based Care Partner closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams that value respiratory expertise and clinical judgment.
Professional Growth Opportunities Expand your clinical capabilities through continuing education, advanced training opportunities, and exposure to complex patient populations in a teaching hospital environment.
What You’ll Be Doing As a Respiratory Therapist at Baystate, you’ll evaluate, treat, and monitor patients with cardiopulmonary conditions under physician direction while serving as a key member of the care team.
Responsibilities include: Managing airways and ventilators across varying levels of acuity Performing diagnostic testing and interpreting results Administering respiratory therapies and pulmonary care modalities Participating in emergency response and critical care interventions Educating patients and families on treatment plans and disease management Supporting discharge planning and chronic disease management initiatives Every shift offers opportunities to apply advanced clinical decision-making while making a direct impact on patient outcomes.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Pet Insurance
Home Insurance
Auto Insurance
Gym Membership Reimbursement
Wellbeing Programs
Continuing Education Support
First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
Farm Share Memberships
403b Retirement Company Match
Personal Insurance
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Massage Reimbursement
Annual Company Contribution Increase
Certified Professional Money Coach Advice
Personal Trainer Reimbursement
What You Bring Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program (Associate’s degree required) Massachusetts Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) eligible or licensed Current CPR certification (ACLS preferred) Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient-centered care skills Experience in acute care, critical care, NICU, PICU, or emergency response environments preferred THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!
Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases Continuing education support and reimbursement First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages Farm Share Memberships 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service Free money coach advice from a certified professional Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health Pet, home, auto and personal insurance Life insurance Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health Take the Next Step If you’re looking for an opportunity to practice at the top of your license in a supportive, high-acuity academic environment, we’d love to connect with you.
Apply today and begin your respiratory career at Baystate Medical Center.
All correspondence can be directed to: Teresa Frisino Baystate Health Recruiter Teresa.Frisino@baystatehealth.org Education: Associates of Science: Respiratory Therapy (Required) Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Respiratory Therapist - The National Board for Respiratory CareThe National Board for Respiratory CareThe National Board for Respiratory Care Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system.
Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range.
Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience.
No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range.
Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $34.34 - $39.47 - $46.69 Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
About Baystate Health Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England’s leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England.
With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years.
With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4 billion, the ever-growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center in Ware: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield
