PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Respiratory Therapist, 36 Hours, Nights, University Campus
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$39.33–$57.39/ hour
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Respiratory Therapist jobs in Worcester, MA
The median respiratory therapist pay in the Worcester area is $41.31 per hour ($85,920 a year), with the typical range running from $36.97 to $50.18. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Worcester. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Worcester. The free report below lists employers near Worcester and what they pay.
- $41.31median pay per hour, Worcester
- $37–$50typical range per hour
- 300respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Tenet Healthcare · Worcester, MA
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Get my free pay reportRespiratory Therapist pay in Worcester, MA
The metro median is 11% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $46.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 300 respiratory therapists employed in the Worcester metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.73 | $72,240 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.97 | $76,900 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.31 | $85,920 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.18 | $104,370 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.07 | $108,310 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Worcester ranks
- 35th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 87th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Massachusetts metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Respiratory Therapists (SOC 29-1126), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Worcester
- Overall prices in Worcester run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.31 median hour buys what $40.29 buys at the national price level, 4% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Worcester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,487
- Per year: $74,358
- Per month: $6,196
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Worcester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Worcester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
Travel respiratory therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Worcester
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Worcester, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus Worcester, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent Hospital Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Adcare Hospital Of Worcester Inc Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Hospital For Behavioral Medicine Worcester, MA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital Worcester, MA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Respiratory Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framingham, MA | 19 mi | $47.97/hr | 73,361 |
| Waltham, MA | 30 mi | $47.97/hr | 65,849 |
| Newton, MA | 31 mi | $47.97/hr | 90,700 |
| Pawtucket, RI | 35 mi | $40.05/hr | 76,996 |
| Lowell, MA | 36 mi | $47.97/hr | 120,418 |
| Cambridge, MA | 36 mi | $47.97/hr | 121,186 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Massachusetts · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Worcester
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Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Worcester, MA?
Respiratory Therapists in the Worcester metro area have a median pay of $41.31 per hour, about $85,920 a year. The middle half earn between $36.97 and $50.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Worcester a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Worcester ranks 87th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 35th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Worcester?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Worcester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Worcester.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Worcester as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Worcester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Worcester is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place respiratory therapists in Worcester?
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Your RT pay reportWorcester, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 14 postings$49.71/ hr$33–$60
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 18 postings$46.03/ hr$32–$66
- UMass Memorial Health CareLeominster, MA · 13 postings$39.62/ hr$27–$57
- Baystate HealthSpringfield, MA · 4 postings$39.09/ hr$34–$46
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$32Median$44.80High$57
50 RT postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 35 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 50 RT roles
- Respiratory TherapistPermanent$41.81–$47.79/ hour
- Respiratory Therapist PFT LabPermanent$41.81–$50.25/ hour
+ 48 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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