Respiratory Care Practitioner (CRT)

Carle Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with CRT credentials to join our patient-centered clinical team in Illinois. The role provides respiratory care across the hospital, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

The position emphasizes supporting the registered therapist exam within 1 year, with growth opportunities and a mission-driven team focused on delivering exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy as per approved program (CoARC/CoARTE).
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in Illinois.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification.
• BLS within 30 days; ACLS within 1 year; NRP within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy care to patients across the hospital.
• Deliver high-quality care to patients of various ages and acuities.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
• Support professional development and career growth within the team.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

CRT credential

Patient care

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Overview

Overview This position provides respiratory therapy care for patients throughout the hospital.

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential to join our patient‑centered clinical team. In this role, you will provide high‑quality respiratory care to patients across various age groups and acuity levels, working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support optimal patient outcomes.

This role assists certified therapists to pass the registered therapist test within 1 year!

Collaborative team culture with support for professional development.

Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

A supportive, mission‑driven team focused on delivering exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

Education Level

Field of Study Associate's Degree
Respiratory Therapy
Or
Certificate of Completion
Respiratory Therapy Education Note:
in a CoARC or CoARTE approved Respiratory Care Program

Licenses/Certifications Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
And
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
And
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
And
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA)
And
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 1 year - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)