Respiratory Therapist Certified

OSF HealthCare • Streator, IL

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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 uses clinical expertise and critical thinking to provide safe, effective, high-quality care. Through skilled interventions and continuous assessment, the therapist supports patient outcomes across emergency rooms, intensive care units, general medical floors, homecare, and clinics. The therapist works with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. Both Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) candidates are encouraged to apply; candidates with the RRT credential have a higher pay scale. This position is in Streator. Expected pay is $29.30–$34.47 per hour, with actual pay determined by experience, skills, and internal equity.

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 Illinois or Michigan.
• Current NBRC 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 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 healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Use clinical expertise and critical thinking to deliver safe, effective, high-quality care.
• Perform skilled interventions and continuously assess patients to support positive outcomes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package, including benefits, compensation, recognition, and well-being offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed