Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Prime Healthcare; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 663,727 - 724,066; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is looking for a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Evanston, Illinois. This role entails delivering respiratory therapy treatments and pulmonary diagnostics in an acute care setting. Qualifications include a State RCP License and RRT certification.

Competitive pay of $40.15 – $43.80 per hour and opportunities for career growth are provided. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience and various required certifications.

Qualifications

• State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
• 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire.
• ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire.
• PALS certificate within 60 days of hire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments (oxygen, aerosol, airway management).
• Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and high-flow oxygen systems.
• Perform pulmonary diagnostics (ABGs, PFTs).
• Document care in the EMR.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes.

Skills

Administer respiratory therapy treatments

Manage ventilators

Perform pulmonary diagnostics

Document care in the EMR

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

Education

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Relocation Assistance: Available for candidates relocating from outside the state of Illinois.

Salary Range: $481.80 – $525.60 gross pay per shift; equivalent to $40.15 – $43.80 per hour.

Department: Cardiopulmonary / Respiratory Therapy

Job Type: Per Diem | Non-Exempt

Location: Evanston, Illinois

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

Competitive pay + shift differentials

Career growth within a large healthcare system

The Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) / Respiratory Therapist (RRT) delivers respiratory therapy treatments and pulmonary diagnostic services in an acute care setting, including assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of care across all patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments (oxygen, aerosol, airway management)
• Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and high-flow oxygen systems
• Perform pulmonary diagnostics (ABGs, 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

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
• 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.
• ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current.
• NRP certificate preferred
• PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $40.15 to $43.80. 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

Per Diem

Shift

Days

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