Certified Respiratory Therapist - CRT

Prime Healthcare; Chicago (IL); Hybride; USD 66 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Prime Healthcare is hiring a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) for a contract, night shift at Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital. The role involves performing respiratory therapies and diagnostics in a high-acuity, acute-care setting with a 36-hour weekly schedule and a $50 per hour rate.

Must hold a current RCP license and NBRC CRT certification, with BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications within specified timelines. Hospitals emphasize competitive pay and potential lead responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from NBRC required.
• BLS certification required or maintained.
• ACLS certification within 60 days of hire and maintained.
• PALS certification within 60 days of hire and maintained.
• Associate or Bachelor degree preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification on hire or within 60 days.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of acute care experience required.

Responsabilités

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician.
• Assess, plan, implement and document care with age/population considerations.
• May serve as Lead RCP in supervisor's absence during their shift.

Connaissances

Respiratory care skills

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Documentation

Formation

State RCP license

NBRC CRT certification

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Associate or Bachelors degree preferred

Neonatal Resuscitation Program

High School Diploma

Description du poste

Overview

Job Title: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - ContractPay: $50.00 per hourLocation: St Mary's of NazarethShift:Full-Time Nights |7:00 PM - 7:00 AMSchedule:36 Hours per Week | Rotating Weekends Required Ready to make a life-saving impact while earning competitive pay? Join the dedicated respiratory care team at Prime Healthcare Resurrection Medical Center and help provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Interview within 24 - 48 hours | Fast Offer Process Work in a high-acuity, critical care environment and advanced respiratory cases

Competitive pay + shift differentials

Responsibilities

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director/manager, the RCP I is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.

2. Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Hired before March 2026,are exempt

3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.

4. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.

5. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.

6. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.

7. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.

8. High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

9. Two (2) years of acute care experience required.

Pay Transparency

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this roleis a flat rate of $50/hr . The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Temporary

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf