Respiratory Therapist Part Time Days
About The Position
Loyola Medicine is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist for a 12-hour day shift. The role is part of a respiratory care team in a high-performing academic health system and Level I Trauma Center. The therapist provides respiratory care to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients; administers treatments, manages ventilators, and performs diagnostics; follows evidence-based protocols; and may serve as a lead or charge therapist, guiding workflow and supporting team members. The posting describes qualifications for Respiratory Therapist II and Respiratory Therapist III. RT II requires an associate degree in respiratory care, an Illinois respiratory therapist license (or completion within six months), CRT certification through NBRC (or within six months), and AHA BLS. NRP and PALS are required within 90 days, effective July 1, 2025. A bachelor's degree is preferred. RT III additionally requires three years of job-related experience, current Illinois licensure, and RRT certification through NBRC; a bachelor's degree is preferred. The position offers opportunities for career growth across a three-hospital network, enhanced new-graduate pay, shift differentials, and work with the Loyola transport team and Level III NICU. Compensation is listed separately for RT II and RT III, with actual pay depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, and certification requirements.
Requirements
- Associate degree in respiratory care.
- Current Illinois respiratory therapist license, or obtain it within six months of hire (RT II); current license required for RT III.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification through NBRC, or obtain it within six months of hire (RT II).
- AHA BLS/CPR certification.
- NRP and PALS within 90 days, effective July 1, 2025.
- Three years of previous job-related experience for RT III.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification through NBRC for RT III.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in respiratory care preferred.
- ACLS.
- NPS and/or ACCS credentials.
Responsibilities
- Deliver respiratory care to adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations.
- Administer respiratory treatments, manage ventilators, and perform diagnostics.
- Follow evidence-based protocols to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Serve as a lead or charge therapist, guiding workflow and supporting team members.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- DailyPay.
- Free mental health therapy and coaching.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Relocation assistance.
- Retirement and financial wellness support.
- On-site fitness centers and childcare.
- Competitive shift differentials.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
