Respiratory Therapist Certified

OSF HealthCare•Princeton, IL

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist I provides age-appropriate respiratory care across patient populations in accordance with evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission and Medicare guidelines. The role collaborates closely with the healthcare team and applies clinical expertise and critical thinking to deliver safe, effective, high-quality care. Through skilled interventions and continuous assessment, the Respiratory Therapist supports patient outcomes in settings that include emergency rooms, intensive care units, general medical floors, homecare, and clinics. The therapist collaborates with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. Both CRT and RRT candidates are encouraged to apply; candidates with the RRT credential are eligible for a higher pay scale. The expected pay is $29.30–$34.47 per hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills, and internal equity.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
Credentialed Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
Current Respiratory Care Practitioner state license from the appropriate state (Illinois or Michigan).
Current National Board of Respiratory Care credentials if credentialed after July 1, 2002.
New graduate therapists must successfully pass the examination required for the Certified Respiratory Therapist credential.
New graduates must provide proof of application for state licensure before beginning department orientation.
New graduates must obtain licensure within six months of hire, per the Respiratory Care Illinois Practice Act.
American Heart Association CPR certification (BLS for Health Care Providers).

Nice To Haves

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential; candidates with this credential would have a higher pay scale.

Responsibilities

Provide age-appropriate respiratory care across patient populations in accordance with evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to support safe, effective, high-quality care.
Use clinical expertise and critical thinking to provide skilled interventions and continuously assess patients.
Provide care in emergency rooms, intensive care units, general medical floors, homecare, and clinics.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.