Breathe Life into Your Career at UPMC – Hiring Respiratory Therapists!
Various Opportunities | Flexible Shifts | Enhanced Bonus Opportunities

Are you a passionate respiratory therapist ready to make a real impact? Whether you’re just starting out or bringing experience to the table, UPMC has a place for you!

Why UPMC?
Because your work matters. And so do you. At UPMC, you’ll join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and offers a range of shifts and settings to match your lifestyle and goals. We’re committed to your success — from your first day through every step of your career ladder.

What We Offer:
– Multiple shift options – including a Night Shift Program and Weekend Program with premium differentials

– Career ladder opportunities aligned to your education, certifications, and experience

– Support to grow from CRT to RRT, with tuition assistance, paid study time, and exam reimbursement

We’re offering a sign-on bonus for qualified Respiratory Therapists:

$12,000 for therapists with 0–1 year of experience (2-year commitment) accepting a full-time role $20,000 for therapists with 1+ years of experience (2-year commitment) accepting a full-time role

As a limited time offer, specific to this location, enjoy an additional $10,000 upon completion of your third year of employment!

Sign-on bonuses also available for part-time positions and will be prorated based on commitment.

 

Who We’re Looking For:
We welcome Respiratory Therapists at all career stages, including:

Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) Senior Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT)

Final title and compensation are determined based on your education, experience, and certifications.

What You Need to Get Started:

Education & Experience:

Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program required As part of our career ladder, levels require different experience levels – but you can start with no experience! Senior level requires willingness to complete a project to benefit the profession, hospital, and/or unit

Licensure & Certifications:

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. RRTs certified after July 1, 2002 must maintain NBRC certification per NBRC guidelines.

o    CRTs can take advantage of dedicated support, including tuition assistance, exam reimbursement, and paid study time as they work to become RRTs.

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvanian Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Clearances (as applicable):

·         Act 33 Clearance (with renewal)

·         Act 34 Clearance (with renewal)

·         Act 73 FBI Clearance (with renewal)