Impactful Respiratory Therapist with Day-One Benefits

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and MU Health Care; Genoa Township (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

FSA/HSA

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Encompass Health is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. You will provide respiratory care, monitor patients, manage breathing treatments, and develop personalized care plans.

You will work with a supportive, patient‑focused team across a national network, with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits starting on day one. This role emphasizes compassionate care, patient education, and collaboration with physicians and therapists to

Qualifications

• Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Two years hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients requiring medical gas, breathing therapy, and medications.
• Supervise breathing treatments, lead patient assessments, and create personalized care plans.
• Understand patient needs holistically and support physical, mental, and emotional recovery.
• Celebrate patient successes and maintain compassionate patient relationships.

Skills

CPR certification

ACLS certification preferred

Education

State License in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Encompass Health is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. You will provide respiratory care, monitor patients, manage breathing treatments, and develop personalized care plans.

You will work with a supportive, patient‑focused team across a national network, with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits starting on day one. This role emphasizes compassionate care, patient education, and collaboration with physicians and therapists to