Respiratory Therapist

Prime Healthcare•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Nights (New Grads are encouraged to apply too) Competitive hourly rates + shift differentials + 15k Sign on bonus Estimated Weekly Pay ($1480 - $1992) RRT required High-demand night shift — interviews are moving fast. ✔ Fast track to interview ✔ Recruiter phone call within 24–48 hours ✔ Competitive, market-studied pay rates Department: Respiratory Therapy Schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Rotating weekends & holidays (3 x 12s) Facility: Resurrection Medical Center Location: 7435 W Talcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60631 Employment Type: Non-Exempt

Requirements

Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 90 days of hire.
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Nice To Haves

Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate preferred.
Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
Two (2) years of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver respiratory therapy and pulmonary diagnostics as ordered by physicians under medical and department leadership
Assess patient needs and develop personalized care plans across all age groups
Execute treatments with a focus on quality outcomes, safety, and efficiency
Document care accurately while ensuring compliance with clinical standards
Step into a Lead RCP role when needed, supporting team operations and workflow during your shift