Respiratory Therapist Certified
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist I provides age-appropriate respiratory care across patient populations and care settings, including emergency rooms, intensive care units, general medical floors, homecare, and clinics. Care is delivered in accordance with evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission and Medicare guidelines. The therapist collaborates with the healthcare team, applies clinical expertise and critical thinking, and performs continuous assessment to provide safe, effective, high-quality care. The role also involves working with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that support positive patient outcomes. Candidates with either CRT or RRT credentials are encouraged to apply; RRT candidates are eligible for a higher pay scale. Expected pay is $29.30–$34.47 per hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills, and internal equity. This is an hourly position.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
- Credentialed Certified Respiratory Therapist through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Current Respiratory Care Practitioner state license from the appropriate state (Illinois or Michigan).
- Current NBRC credentials if credentialed after July 1, 2002.
- New graduate therapists must successfully pass the exam required for the Certified Respiratory Therapist credential.
- New graduates must provide proof of application for state licensure before department orientation can begin.
- New graduates must obtain licensure within six months of hire, as required by the Respiratory Care Illinois Practice Act.
- American Heart Association CPR (BLS for Health Care Providers).
Nice To Haves
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential; candidates with this credential have a higher pay scale.
Responsibilities
- Provide age-appropriate respiratory care across patient populations and care settings.
- Follow evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission and Medicare guidelines.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team and apply clinical expertise and critical thinking to deliver safe, effective, high-quality care.
- Continuously assess patients and perform skilled interventions to support patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Benefits
- Comprehensive total rewards package including benefits, compensation, recognition, and well-being offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
