Respiratory Therapist - RRT
About The Position
The Respiratory Therapist (RRT), also referred to as a Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II), delivers respiratory therapy treatments and pulmonary diagnostic services in an acute care setting. The role includes assessing patients, planning and implementing care across all patient populations, and supporting patient outcomes in a high-acuity, critical care environment. The position is full-time and non-exempt, based in the Chicago metro area, Illinois, and works nights on a 36-hour, three-12-hour-shift schedule. Relocation assistance is available for candidates relocating from outside Illinois. A relocation bonus of up to $10,000 or a sign-on bonus may be available, subject to eligibility and payout terms. The stated pay range is $37.00–$49.80 per hour, equivalent to $1,332–$1,792.80 per week for 36 hours. Exact starting compensation depends on factors including skills, applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure. The employer offers a benefits package that includes paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and voluntary benefit options.
Requirements
- State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
- Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain it as current.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain it as current.
- PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain it as current.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience as an RCP preferred.
- NRP certificate preferred.
- Associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
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
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Voluntary benefit options
- Relocation assistance for candidates relocating from outside Illinois
- Potential relocation bonus up to $10,000 or sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, subject to eligibility and payout terms
- Shift differentials
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
