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Respiratory Therapist (RT) - New Graduate
Company : Select Medical
Location : York, PA, 17408
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Overview
Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) New Graduate
Location: Select Specialty Hospital York
Schedule: Full Time, Night, 7p-7aCompensation: $30.61--$43.87
Pay based on years of experience.
Competative shift differentials for nights and weekends
Sign on bonus: $10,000
*16 weeks of day shift orientation*
Our hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Respiratory Therapists (RT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.
We support your career growth and personal well-being:
- Start Strong: Extensive Respiratory Therapist (RT) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
- Advance Your Career: Tuition reimbursement, and continuing education.
- Elevate Your Skills: Clinical ladder program.
- Ease the Burden: Student debt benefit program.
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO for full-time team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings for full-time team members
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection for full-time team members
- Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
- Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
- Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
- Promoting continuous quality improvement.
- Teaching and counseling patients/families.
Qualifications
You are passionate about providing a superior patient and employee experience. You are an inventive problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environment.
Minimum requirements:
- Graduate of accredited program for Respiratory Therapy.
- Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
- Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
- Current state licensure required. Student or Educational permit to practice acceptable based on individual state regulations.
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift, PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire)
Additional Data
Our mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust.
We'd love for you to join the team!
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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Frequently asked questions
Select Medical offers new grads a structured 16-week day shift orientation, tuition reimbursement, and a clinical ladder program. These initiatives help respiratory therapists develop advanced skills and grow their careers within a supportive hospital environment focused on critical illness recovery.
Candidates must hold an active CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care or state equivalent, a valid state license or permit, basic life support (BLS) certification by start, and acquire ACLS certification within six months of hire to meet local and employer standards.
York’s healthcare landscape demands night shift flexibility and specialized critical illness care. New grads benefit from competitive pay rates and sign-on bonuses, reflecting a strong local demand for respiratory therapists skilled in post-ICU patient recovery and prolonged critical care.
Select Medical emphasizes supportive onboarding, competitive compensation including night differentials, and comprehensive benefits. Their focus on healing in a compassionate setting creates an enriching atmosphere for new respiratory therapists eager to impact patient recovery.
Respiratory therapists at Select Medical in York can expect hourly wages between $30.61 and $43.87, influenced by experience and shift differentials. Night shifts often receive extra pay, making this a financially attractive opportunity for new graduates entering the field.
New grads will navigate complex patient conditions requiring precise respiratory interventions, including managing endotracheal tubes and educating families. The role demands adaptability and continuous quality improvement efforts within a critical care recovery setting.
York shows active recruitment for respiratory therapists, especially new grads, due to a high concentration of critical illness recovery facilities. Compared to nearby cities, York offers strong incentives like sign-on bonuses and tuition reimbursement, easing entry into the profession.
While both CRT and RRT credentials are accepted, RRT status typically indicates a higher proficiency level preferred for advanced respiratory care tasks. Select Medical values both but aligns pay and responsibilities closely with the credential held, reflecting clinical expertise.
Select Medical fosters a culture of compassion, innovation, and patient-centered care. Respiratory therapists engage in collaborative problem solving and continuous learning, benefiting from a team-driven environment that prioritizes both patient outcomes and employee well-being.
Aspiring respiratory therapists should hone patient evaluation, critical care techniques, and airway management skills. Emphasizing communication and adaptability will also help new grads transition smoothly into roles demanding hands-on respiratory treatment in acute care settings.