Respiratory Therapist in New Haven, Connecticut
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,177/Per Week
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $60.47
- Weekly
- $2,177
- Yearly (full-time)
- $113,204
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $60.47/hour — 48% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Connecticut ($40.98/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Connecticut right now
- 55 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Connecticut from 6 agencies, 5 of them in New Haven.
- Pay in these listings: $54.21 – $82.44/hour, median $61.25/hour.
- Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Connecticut: $40.98/hour ($85,238/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($69.00/hour across 11 jobs).
Job description
Join a lively team at a renowned short-term acute care facility in New Haven, where your expertise as a Respiratory Therapist will be crucial in supporting adult critical care units during night shifts. This 13-week contract offers the chance to work in a Level I Trauma Center, providing advanced respiratory services, including ventilator management and neuro diagnostics, for a hospital with over 1,500 beds. Expect to float between two closely situated campuses, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment such as Hamilton C6 ventilators, and collaborating with a dedicated team committed to excellent patient outcomes. It’s a role that combines technical skill, quick thinking, and a dynamic work environment — with a schedule that keeps you engaged and on your toes.
Weather:
The weather around this time tends to be cool and crisp, offering pleasant days suitable for outdoor activities. Expect mild temperatures with occasional breezes, making it a good season for exploring the city and its surroundings.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic walking tour of downtown New Haven
- Visit Yale University Art Gallery for a cultural experience
- Day trip to Hammonasset Beach State Park for scenic coastal views
- Explore the Peabody Museum of Natural History as a family
- Travel to Essex for a scenic river cruise — a perfect escape into nature
Job Specifics:
Location: New Haven, Connecticut
Shift: Night, 6:45 PM – 7:30 AM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36 hours
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