Respiratory Therapists in New York
Respiratory therapists assess and treat patients with breathing disorders in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. They operate and maintain respiratory equipment, supervise respiratory therapy technicians, and manage patient care plans In New York the median pay is $107,810 a year, 31% above the national median of $82,280.
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Who is hiring in New York
Openings in New York and remote
- Registered Respiratory Therapist · Veterans Health Administration · Buffalo, New York · $57331–$106161
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What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience).
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Respiratory Therapists.
Licenses and training in New York
Respiratory Therapists pay in other states
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O*NET-SOC 29-1126.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New York, annual.