Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Resurrection Medical Center; Illinois; On-site; USD 69,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, IL, seeks a licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our cardiopulmonary / respiratory therapy team. You will work in a high-acuity, critical care environment and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

The position offers full-time hours, a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, relocation assistance, and competitive pay with shift differentials. Comprehensive benefits are available to support growth and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• State RCP license required.
• NBRC RRT certification required.
• BCLS certification required upon hire.
• ACLS within 60 days and maintain current.
• PALS within 60 days and maintain current.
• NRP preferred.
• Associate or BS degree preferred; HS diploma required.

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.

Skills

RRT NBRC certification

BCLS certification

ACLS within 60 days

PALS within 60 days

NRP preferred

2 years experience as RCP

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or BS preferred

Tools

EMR system

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:
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Relocation Assistance: Available for candidates relocating from outside the state of Illinois.
Salary Range: $1,332 – $1,792.80 per week (base gross), based on a 36-hour (3x12-hour) schedule; equivalent to $37.00 – $49.80 per hour.
Department: Cardiopulmonary / Respiratory Therapy
Job Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Location: Chicago Metro Area, Illinois – big-city lifestyle, strong healthcare market, no car required, lakefront living.

Interview and Offer

Interview within 24 - 48 hours | Fast Offer Process

Work Setting

Work in a high-acuity, critical care environment and advanced respiratory cases

Compensation and Growth

Competitive pay + shift differentials

Career growth within a large healthcare system

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

• State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
• 2 years experience as an RCP preferred.
• ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current.
• NRP certificate preferred
• PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Benefits

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:

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Pay Transparency

Resurrection 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 $37.00 to $49.80 per hour. 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: