Respiratory Therapist

Trinity Health • Maywood, IL

90d • $37 - $51 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Loyola Medicine—Illinois’ premier academic health system—and be part of a high-performing respiratory care team delivering advanced, compassionate care. Loyola Medicine has been designated a Level I Trauma Center by the state of Illinois and the American College of Surgeons (ACS), making it the only trauma center in Illinois to receive this designation from both organizations. This role offers opportunities for career growth across a 3-hospital network, with enhanced pay for new graduates and competitive shift differentials. The team culture is strong and collaborative, and there are opportunities to elevate skills with the Loyola transport team and Level III NICU.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in respiratory care
• Illinois RT license (or within 6 months)
• CRT (NBRC)
• BLS (AHA)
• NRP & PALS within 90 days (effective July 1, 2025)
• Associate degree in respiratory care; Bachelor's preferred
• CPR/BLS - American Heart Association
• Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist (or within 6 months of hire)
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) through NBRC (or within 6 months of hire)
• NRP & PALS within 90 days (effective July 1, 2025)
• Associate degree in respiratory care; Bachelor's preferred
• 3 years of previous job-related experience
• CPR/BLS - American Heart Association
• Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through NBRC

Nice To Haves

• ACLS
• NPS and/or ACCS credentials

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations
• Administer treatments, manage ventilators, and perform diagnostics
• Follow evidence-based protocols to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Serve as a lead/charge therapist, guiding workflow and supporting team members

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• DailyPay (get paid when you need it)
• Free mental health therapy & coaching
• Tuition reimbursement & relocation assistance
• Retirement + financial wellness support
• On-site fitness centers & childcare
• $20,000 Sign-On Bonus (Full Time Night Shift)
• Enhanced New Grad Pay
• Competitive shift differentials

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree