Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Azza HealthCare Agency; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory services to inpatients and outpatients in Schaumburg, IL. You will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate respiratory care while communicating effectively with patients and the care team.

You may participate in advanced clinical activities and contribute to education, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• RRT and BLS certifications required.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• No prior experience required; must multitask and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient respiratory care and education.
• Participate in team communication and documentation.
• Apply clinical knowledge to troubleshoot and perform procedures.
• Support advanced clinical activities as needed.

Skills

Time management

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

RRT Certification

BLS Certification

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Role Overview

Join the Respiratory Care Department as a PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist, providing high-quality therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory services to inpatients and outpatients. You will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate respiratory care activities, applying advanced clinical expertise independently. Responsibilities include effective communication, patient and team education, performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and troubleshooting clinical issues. The role requires adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards, with opportunities to support advanced procedures such as ECMO, mechanical ventilation, bronchoscopies, and sleep studies.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program
• Certifications including Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT), Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BLS)
• No prior experience required; ability to perform multiple duties with effective time management
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in related field

Key Duties

• Provide direct patient respiratory care and education
• Participate in team communication and documentation
• Apply clinical knowledge to troubleshoot and perform procedures
• Support advanced clinical activities as needed

This role offers benefits such as comprehensive insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and flexible spending accounts, fostering professional growth and well-being.