Certified Respiratory Therapist
Job Category:
Regular Employees
Requisition Number:
CERTI001285
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Posted:
May 11, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
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Woodsville, NH 03785, USA Job Details
Description Join Cottage Hospital as a Registered Respiratory Therapist - Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day Cottage Hospital is seeking compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapists to join our close-knit healthcare team in the beautiful White Mountains region of New Hampshire. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive, patient-centered environment where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes across acute and critical care settings.
We are currently offering:
- $8,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Flexible scheduling options including: 5x8-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
4x10-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Whether you are an experienced RT or looking to continue growing your clinical skills in a collaborative rural hospital setting, Cottage Hospital offers the chance to make a real difference while maintaining strong work-life balance.
Position Summary:
As a Respiratory Therapist at Cottage Hospital, you will provide physician-directed respiratory care treatments and diagnostic services to patients of all ages. You will play a key role in assessing respiratory conditions, administering therapies, managing ventilators, and collaborating closely with physicians and nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer oxygen therapy, aerosols, medications, and other respiratory treatments
- Provide critical care support including ventilator and airway management
- Perform pulmonary function studies, arterial blood gas sampling, oximetry, and other diagnostic procedures
- Assess patient respiratory status and communicate findings with the healthcare team
- Accurately document treatments, responses, and patient progress
- Maintain respiratory therapy equipment and ensure a safe, organized work environment
- Participate in on-call coverage as needed Why Cottage Hospital?
At Cottage Hospital, you are more than just a team member — you are part of a mission-driven organization focused on compassionate care, teamwork, and community impact. Our smaller hospital environment allows RTs to build strong interdisciplinary relationships, broaden their clinical experience, and truly feel valued for the work they do. Qualifications
Education
Required Associates or better. Experience
Required
Current New Hampshire Respiratory Therapist license.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification required.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Preferred
Previous experience in a healthcare setting, with strong critical care skills, is a plus.
Licenses & Certifications
Required Respiratory Care Preferred Basic Life Support ACLS