Join Penn State Health's Leading Team of Respiratory Therapists
New Incentives
All Medical Centers:
• $15,000 sign-on bonus for all experience levels
• Valid through June 30, 2026
St. Joseph Medical Center:
• $25,000 sign-on bonus for 5+ years’ experience
• 5 front-loaded PTO days for external, full-time hires
• Valid through March 15, 2026
Additional terms apply
Watch this video to learn about life as a respiratory therapist at Penn State Health.
At Penn State Health, respiratory therapists are a crucial part of our team. Here you’ll find career opportunities tailored to your expertise and lifestyle. Whether it’s managing complex cases in our Level 1 Trauma Center, providing critical care in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at our Children’s Hospital or supporting patients with chronic respiratory conditions at one of our community hospitals, there’s a role for you.
Meet our respiratory therapists
Erkinger honored by American Association for Respiratory Care
Jennifer Blackwell turns a passion into a career
From our employees
“The new employee training is extensive and great for any therapist who wants to jump into the world of pediatrics. They make sure you’re comfortable and ready to work with the pediatric population.”
- Madison B., Respiratory Therapist, Penn State Health Children’s Hospital
Incentives and benefits designed for you
Career ladder and professional development
At Penn State Health, respiratory therapists benefit from a robust clinical ladder and growth opportunities, which may include annual continuing education reimbursement, coverage for credentialing exams and paid memberships to professional organizations like the American Association of Respiratory Care.
* Dependent on employment location.
Relocation assistance
Up to $8,000 in relocation assistance is available to assist respiratory care practitioners with moving costs, if they live 50 or more miles away from their designated Penn State Health facility.
Tuition assistance
Penn State Health employees receive up to $5,250 of tuition assistance per calendar year after six months of full-time employment.
Loan forgiveness
Penn State Health is a nonprofit organization, which may allow you to benefit from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Total Rewards Program
In addition to these incentives and benefits, Penn State Health invests in its employees with comprehensive benefits through our Total Rewards program.
APEX Award
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is one of fewer than 20 acute care hospitals in the country to receive the prestigious APEX Award for Respiratory Excellence from the American Association for Respiratory Care for multiple years. This national honor highlights our commitment to excellence in respiratory care, professional development, seamless care coordination and exceptional patient satisfaction.
