Per Diem Respiratory Therapist (Adult) | NYP-CUIMC | Flex Shift

Location: New York, NY (Swing/Mid shift) — 177 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032. This role requires on-site presence; employees must live within a commutable distance and travel expenses are not reimbursed.

About the role

Breakthrough Patient Care: Respiratory Therapists Make It Possible. Join NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital at the forefront of respiratory therapy. We were one of the first hospitals to implement a nitric oxide program, are renowned for breakthrough work with oscillating and jet ventilators, and continue to utilize advanced techniques that improve care quality and shorten length of stays. Bold innovation. Unmatched patient care. Our respiratory therapists are shaping the future of the field — and now you can become one of the people who make it possible.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a licensed physician, perform various treatments, therapies, invasive and non‑invasive procedures.
• Clinically supervise and monitor clinical activities of Respiratory Technicians as described within the licensure law.
• Assist in transportation of intubated patients with special emphasis on maintaining airways and providing adequate ventilation and oxygenation.
• Assess modalities of respiratory therapy and recommend changes — including improvements appropriate to the delivery of respiratory care.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Applied Science and Respiratory Therapy.
• Current New York State Respiratory Therapist License.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification (BCLS).

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hospital‑based experience.
• Pediatric experience.
• RRT and CRT certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Schedule

Adult inpatient/outpatient per‑diem position covering weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed at NewYork‑Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Minimum commitment: 2 days (15 hours) per month and 1 weekend shift per quarter.

Pay

Salary range: $73.00/hour. Compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for experience, education, and licensure.

Benefits

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all‑time high, fostering a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life, plus countless opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic environment that embraces every person.