Respiratory Therapist

Prime Healthcare Services; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Education opportunities

PrimE-Academy training

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP I) for Per Diem shifts. Compensation is $37.50 per hour with 3 shifts every 6 weeks.

You will perform respiratory therapies and diagnostics under the medical director and cardiopulmonary director's supervision, with potential Lead responsibilities during a shift. The role requires state RCP license, NBRC CRT, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and 2 years acute care experience, with ADN/BS degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from NBRC required.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required.
• ACLS certification from AHA or ARC within 60 days of hire.
• PALS certification from AHA or ARC within 60 days of hire.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program cert upon hire within 60 days.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by physician.
• Assess, plan, implement and document care with age/population considerations.
• In absence of a supervisor, may be Lead RCP and oversee the section/department during shift.

Education

State RCP license

NBRC CRT certification

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Associate or BS degree preferred

Neonatal Resuscitation Program cert

High School Diploma

2 years acute care experience

Job description

Overview

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Shift:Per Diem; 3 shifts per 6 weeks

Facility:Mercy Medical Center

Location:Aurora, IL

Compensation: $37.50

Why Join Mercy Medical Center?

• Join an award-winning community hospital that is part of the nationally recognized Prime Healthcare network, providing employees with the stability and resources of a large health system
• Access comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, designed to support employees at every stage of their careers.
• Take advantage of tuition reimbursement programs, continuing education opportunities, and specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform.

Interview Process:

• Fast, streamlined interview process — no long waits or multiple rounds
• One interview with quick decision‑making
• Flexible interview scheduling to fit your availability

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.

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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

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $37.50. 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.

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. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

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