Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Prime Healthcare Services; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for Holy Family Medical Center in Des Plaines, IL. This full-time night shift role involves delivering respiratory care across ED, ICU, and inpatient units with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications include RCP license, NBRC RRT, BCLS, ACLS/PALS within required timelines; 2+ years preferred. A sign-on bonus of $15,000 is offered with competitive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• State RCP license required
• NBRC RRT certification required
• Current BCLS certificate upon hire
• ACLS within 60 days of hire
• PALS within 60 days of hire
• NRP preferred
• Associate or Bachelor in Respiratory Care preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments (oxygen, aerosol, airway management)
• Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and high-flow systems
• Perform pulmonary diagnostics (ABGs, PFTs)
• Implement patient-specific respiratory care plans
• Document care in the EMR
• Respond to code blue and rapid responses
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• May serve as Lead RCP during shifts

Skills

RRT Certification

BCLS Certification

ACLS within 60 days

PALS within 60 days

Education

Associate or Bachelor in Respiratory Care

Job description

Bonus Amount

$15,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Department: Respiratory TherapySchedule: Full-Time | 3 x 12-Hour Shifts | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AMFacility: Holy Family Medical CenterLocation: Des Plaines, IL

Why Work as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Holy Family Medical Center?

• Make a Meaningful Difference: Deliver life-saving respiratory care to patients across the emergency department, critical care units, and inpatient settings while supporting positive patient outcomes.
• Expand Your Clinical Experience: Work with a wide range of respiratory conditions and advanced therapies in a fast-paced acute care environment alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.
• Grow with a Leading Health System: Take advantage of professional development opportunities, a supportive team culture, and career advancement within Prime Healthcare.

Interview Process

• Streamlined interview process with minimal steps and quick scheduling
• Clear communication and timely feedback throughout the process
• Fast, efficient decision-making that respects your time

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments (oxygen, aerosol, airway management)
• Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and high-flow oxygen systems
• Perform pulmonary diagnostics (ABGs, PFTs)
• Implement patient-specific respiratory care plans
• Document care in the EMR
• Respond to code blue and rapid response events
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes
• May serve as Lead RCP during assigned shifts

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required

2. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

3. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required

4. 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.

5. ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current.

6. NRP certificate preferred

7. PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.

8. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

9. High School Diploma or equivalent is required

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/

Pay Transparency

Holy Family Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $36.77 to $53.26. 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.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

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

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