Respiratory Therapist – Per Diem

Location: Baystate Medical Center | Springfield, MA

Make a Real Impact in Respiratory Care

Join Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety. As the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center, Baystate Medical Center offers a fast-paced, collaborative clinical environment where you can grow your skills and contribute to life-saving care.

We’re currently seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist to join our team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to a diverse patient population—from newborns to adults.

What You’ll Do

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will evaluate, treat, and manage patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. Working under physician supervision, you’ll use your clinical expertise to perform diagnostics and deliver therapies that directly impact patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostic procedures including arterial blood gases (ABGs) and electrocardiograms (EKGs)

• Administer respiratory therapies such as oxygen, aerosol, and humidity

• Provide invasive and non-invasive ventilator support

• Respond to Code Blue and Rapid Response calls

• Ensure safe, effective equipment usage and adherence to infection control standards

• Care for patients across neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations

Qualifications

Education & Certification:

• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy required

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) in Massachusetts required

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred

• AHA BLS certification required; ACLS preferred

Schedule

• Per Diem

• Location: Baystate Medical Center – 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA

Apply today and take the next step in your respiratory care career at Baystate Health — where your skills matter and your work makes a difference.