Respiratory Therapist - RT 26-01518


NY - Syracuse Location
Syracuse, New York
Locations: Syracuse, Cortland, Rome, Utica
Posted On: February 17, 2026
Last Day to Apply: March 03, 2026
Pay: $2,350 per week

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Syracuse 13210
Duration: 14-Week Contract
Schedule: Day Shift | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Hours: 36 Hours per Week (3×12s)
Block Scheduling: Not Available

Position Overview

A leading acute care hospital in Central New York is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a 14-week assignment. The ideal candidate will have strong pediatric and acute care experience and be comfortable working independently with minimal orientation.

This role requires delivering high-quality respiratory care services across a diverse patient population while collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams.

Compensation

  • Gross Weekly Pay: $2,350/week

  • W2 Hourly Rate: $26/hour

  • Weekly Stipend: $1,400/week

Travel requirement: Candidates must reside outside a 100-mile radius of the facility.

Responsibilities

  • Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, and positive pressure ventilation

  • Assist physicians with continuous mechanical ventilation management

  • Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as required

  • Conduct pulmonary function testing

  • Perform radial arterial punctures for blood gas analysis

  • Provide acute respiratory care services with minimal supervision

  • Monitor and document patient responses to respiratory treatments

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes

Qualifications

  • Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Respiratory Therapy

  • Active New York State Respiratory Therapist license/registration

  • Minimum of 2 years post-degree acute care clinical experience

  • Pediatric respiratory care experience required

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Must successfully complete pre-employment health clearance

For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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