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Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) – ST Health Harrisburg

  • HarrisburgPA
  • Full-Time
  • Variable

PostedAugust 17, 2025

Pay$32.43–$49.20 / hr

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About this role

Breathe Life into Your Career at ST Health – 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, ST Health has a place for you!

Why ST Health?
Because your work matters. And so do you. At ST Health, 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 Pennsylvania
  • 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)


ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Pay range

$32.43–$49.20 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

Your recruiter

Jordan Lee

Allied Health Recruiter — Imaging & Rehab

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# Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - ST Health Harrisburg

- Location: Harrisburg, PA
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Allied Health
- Shift: Variable
- Business unit: ST Health Harrisburg
- Pay: $32.43–$49.20 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-08-17T16:00:08.963Z

## Description

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

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Where you’ll work

Harrisburg, PA

Pennsylvania's capital on the Susquehanna — river trails, a revitalized downtown, and our Harrisburg campus and regional labs, the diagnostic engine for the whole eastern network.

About working in Harrisburg
  • Pepper Health Harrisburg
  • Regional Laboratory Campus
  • Riverfront Primary Care

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. Assistant / Aide

  2. Licensed Clinician

  3. Senior Clinician — specialty

  4. Lead / Clinic Coordinator

  5. Rehab Services Manager

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

    ~2 min

    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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