Overview:
Launch Your Respiratory Therapy Career With Good Shepherd Health Care System!
Up to $15,000 Sign On Bonus
RRT Comp Range: $38.08 - $63.75
Top-tier benefits package offering 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for both employees and their families.
Are you nearing the end of your Respiratory Therapy program or a recent graduate ready to step confidently into professional practice? Our Respiratory Therapy Residency Program is designed to support your transition from student to skilled Respiratory Therapist through hands-on experience, structured mentorship, and progressive responsibility.
We welcome applications from:
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Students in the final semester or final clinical phase of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
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Recent graduates of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
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Individuals preparing to obtain state licensure and RRT credentials
As a Respiratory Therapy Resident, you will:
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Provide respiratory care under appropriate supervision while building confidence and competence
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Work alongside experienced Respiratory Therapists and interdisciplinary care teams
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Gain exposure to a variety of clinical settings and patient populations
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Participate in structured orientation, education, skills labs, and competency validation
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Progress toward independent practice as licensure and competencies are achieved
Qualifications:
Requirements
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Enrollment in the final phase or recent completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
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Eligible for or ability to obtain state Respiratory Therapist licensure within a defined timeframe
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Eligible for or currently pursuing CRT or RRT credentials
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Current BLS certification (or ability to obtain prior to independent patient care)
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Strong communication skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care
