Respiratory Therapist - Full Time - Nights

Cherry Hill Free Clinic, Inc.; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Hill Free Clinic, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist RRT for night shifts to support our patient care team.

You will assist physicians with respiratory procedures, provide therapy to patients of all ages, and monitor responses, with a special emphasis on neonatal and pediatric cases. The ideal candidate holds graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, is RRT or registry-eligible, and will obtain Illinois licensure within six months.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current RRT or registry-eligible status.
• Illinois licensure within six months.
• CPR certification.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS within 24 months.
• Advanced knowledge in blood gas analysis, acid-base balance, and cardiopulmonary physiology.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with respiratory procedures.
• Provide therapy to patients of all ages.
• Assess patient needs and document treatments.
• Monitor physiological responses, especially in pediatric and neonatal cases.
• Educate patients and staff.

Skills

Assessment

Documentation

Communication

Patient education

Neonatal care

Pediatric care

Education

RT program graduate

Illinois licensure eligibility

Job description

Role:

Respiratory Therapist RRT (Nights)

Responsibilities:

Assist physicians with respiratory procedures, provide therapy to patients of all ages, assess patient needs, document treatments, monitor physiological responses—especially in pediatric and neonatal cases—and educate patients and staff.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, current RRT or registry-eligible status, Illinois licensure within six months, CPR certification, and within 24 months, ACLS, NRP, PALS certifications. Advanced knowledge in blood gas analysis, acid-base balance, and cardiopulmonary physiology is required.

Skills:

Strong assessment, documentation, communication, and patient education skills, with a focus on neonatal and pediatric care.

Key Duties:

Provide high-quality respiratory care, assist in procedures, evaluate patient responses, maintain documentation, and communicate effectively with patients and families.