Respiratory Therapy
This is Respiratory Therapy.
This is your next step.
About Respiratory Care at St. Peter's Health Partners
Respiratory Therapists at St. Peter’s Health Partners play a vital role in patient care across a wide range of clinical settings. Our therapists practice at the top of their license, working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
We offer flexible scheduling options, comprehensive training, and clearly defined career pathways for both new graduates and experienced Respiratory Therapists. Whether you are beginning your career or looking to advance into specialty practice or leadership, St. Peter’s Health Partners provides the support and resources to help you thrive.
St. Peter’s Health Partners
This is your future.
GROW WITH US
St. Peter’s Health Partners is committed to professional growth, mentorship, and long-term career development for Respiratory Therapists.
Our commitment includes:
- Shared governance and clinical engagement
- Mentorship and leadership development
- Cross-training and educational advancement
- Access to leadership and management
- Defined clinical ladder opportunities
- Support for specialty credentialing through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Many of our Respiratory Therapists pursue additional credentials in Pulmonary Function Testing, Adult Critical Care, Neonatal-Pediatrics, Asthma Education, and Sleep Disorders.
RESPIRATORY THERAPY RESIDENCY PROGRAM
St. Peter’s Health Partners offers the only Respiratory Therapy Residency Program in upstate New York.
The yearlong residency provides structured orientation, clinical training, mentorship, and professional development for new graduates and early-career Respiratory Therapists.
Program highlights include:
- 12-month structured transition-to-practice model
- Rotations in general respiratory care, critical care, and NICU
- Procedural training and certifications
- Monthly educational seminars and workshops
- Cohort-based mentorship and support
CLINICAL LADDER & CAREER PROGRESSION
Respiratory Therapists at St. Peter’s Health Partners advance through a structured clinical ladder that recognizes skill development, specialty expertise, and leadership.
Career pathways include:
- Respiratory Therapy Assistant
- Respiratory Therapist I
- Respiratory Therapist II
- Respiratory Therapist III
- Respiratory Therapist IV
Advancement is supported through continuing education, certification opportunities, mentorship, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.
RESPIRATORY THERAPY LOCATIONS – CAPITAL REGION
Respiratory Therapists at St. Peter’s Health Partners work across multiple hospitals and specialty locations throughout the Capital Region.
Albany
St. Peter’s Hospital
315 South Manning Boulevard
Albany, NY 12208
A cardiac specialty hospital recognized as a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. Respiratory Therapists provide advanced care across ICU, CVICU, NICU, emergency, and inpatient settings.
Albany Memorial Campus
600 Northern Boulevard
Albany, NY 12204
Combines a 24/7 emergency department with outpatient services, including pulmonary rehabilitation and diagnostic respiratory care.
Troy
Samaritan Hospital & St. Mary’s Campus
2215 Burdett Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
A 277-bed community hospital offering inpatient and outpatient care, including emergency services, critical care, ambulatory surgery, and cardiac catheterization.
Schenectady
Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital
1270 Belmont Avenue
Schenectady, NY 12308
A 115-bed rehabilitation hospital specializing in recovery from complex medical conditions, including respiratory and ventilator-dependent care.
Green Island
Northeast Home Medical Equipment
804 Cohoes Avenue
Green Island, NY 12183
Provides long-term and in-home respiratory services, supporting patients beyond the hospital setting.