Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Prime Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Fast interview process

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide respiratory therapy and diagnostic services in an acute care setting. The role focuses on assessment, treatment planning, and delivery across patient populations, with opportunities to lead during shifts.

Per Diem role with relocation assistance for candidates moving from outside Illinois. Competitive pay with shift differentials, fast interview process, and clear pathways for career

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from NBRC or obtained within three months.
• BLS certification from AHA/ARC required upon hire and maintained.
• ACLS certification from AHA/ARC required upon hire and maintained.
• PALS certification from AHA/ARC required upon hire and maintained or obtained within 60 days.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate required upon hire and maintained or obtained within 60 days.
• Associate degree or BS degree preferred.
• Two years of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory therapy treatments and pulmonary diagnostic services in acute care.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document care considering patient age and needs.
• Possibly lead the RCP section during shifts as assigned.

Skills

RRT license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Education

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

Two years of acute care experience preferred

Job description

Overview

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

Department: Cardiopulmonary / Respiratory TherapyJob Type: Per Diem | Non-ExemptLocation: Chicago Metro Area, Illinois – big-city lifestyle, strong healthcare market, no car required, lakefront living.

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

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director or manager, the Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the ordering provider. 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. May on occasion be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• 1. Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• 2. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• 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 upon hire and maintain current.
• 5. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• 6. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• 7. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• 8. Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Pay Transparency

Resurrection Medical Center 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.

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