Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Holy Family Medical Center•Des Plaines, IL

6d•$37 - $53

About The Position

Holy Family Medical Center is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for its Respiratory Therapy department in Des Plaines, Illinois. The full-time position works three 12-hour night shifts, from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The therapist delivers respiratory care in emergency, critical care, and inpatient settings, working with a wide range of respiratory conditions and advanced therapies as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role may include serving as Lead RCP during assigned shifts. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply, with details discussed during the interview process. The position offers a streamlined interview process. Compensation is estimated at $36.77 to $53.26, including estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation; actual starting compensation depends on factors such as skills, experience, education, credentials, and licensure. The company describes its benefits as customizable and offers paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and other voluntary benefit options. Professional development and career advancement opportunities within Prime Healthcare are also noted.

Requirements

State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain it as current.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain it as current.
PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain it as current.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience as an RCP is preferred.
NRP certificate is preferred.
Associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as an RCP.
NRP certificate.
Associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree.

Responsibilities

Administer respiratory therapy treatments, including oxygen, aerosol, and airway management.
Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and high-flow oxygen systems.
Perform pulmonary diagnostics, including ABGs and PFTs.
Implement patient-specific respiratory care plans.
Document care in the EMR.
Respond to code blue and rapid response events.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes.
May serve as Lead RCP during assigned shifts.

Benefits

$15,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
Paid time off.
401(k) retirement plan.
Medical coverage.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
Tuition reimbursement.
Other voluntary benefit options.
Professional development opportunities.
Career advancement opportunities within Prime Healthcare.