Job Description
Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Bronx, NY 10461
Number of Positions: 2
Start Date: January 14, 2026
Assignment Duration: 4 months (with possible extension or permanent conversion)
Employment Type: W2 Contract
Pay Rate: $65–$67 per hour
Payroll: Weekly (Fridays)
Schedule
- Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Shift Pattern: 3x12
- Weekends/Holidays: Required
- Weekend Rotation: Rotational weekends
Job Summary
The Registered Respiratory Therapist will provide comprehensive respiratory care services to neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients in critical care and emergency settings. This role requires strong clinical expertise and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary care teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver respiratory care in NICU, PICU, MICU, and ER settings
- Perform patient assessments, treatments, and therapeutic interventions
- Manage ventilators and advanced respiratory support equipment
- Monitor patient response and adjust treatment plans accordingly
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation
- Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
- Experience in one or more of the following units: NICU, PICU, MICU, ER
- Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Active credentials required:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – NBRC
- NYSED License
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors