Respiratory Therapist Registered
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist II provides age-appropriate respiratory care across all patient populations, following evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission and Medicare guidelines. The role involves close collaboration with the healthcare team and use of clinical expertise and critical thinking to deliver safe, effective, high-quality care. The therapist supports patient outcomes through skilled interventions and continuous assessment. The position provides comprehensive care in settings including 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.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
- Credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
- Current Respiratory Care Practitioner state license from Illinois or Michigan.
- Current National Board of Respiratory Care credentials if credentialed after July 1, 2002.
- New graduate therapists must successfully pass all exams required for the Registered 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, per the Respiratory Care Illinois Practice Act.
- American Heart Association CPR certification (BLS for Health Care Providers).
Responsibilities
- Provide age-appropriate respiratory care across patient populations.
- Follow evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to deliver safe, effective, high-quality care.
- Use clinical expertise and critical thinking to support patient care.
- Perform 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.
Benefits
- Eligible for a $20,000 sign-on bonus.
- Candidates with 5 or more years of direct experience receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time available beginning on day one, in addition to the company's time-off benefits.
- Weekend differential of $3.25 per hour.
- 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
