Respiratory Therapist RRT / CRT

Elevate Care; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Career growth

Flexible scheduling

Daily pay

Supportive environment

Job summary

Elevate Care is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our Illinois team. You will assess, treat, and monitor residents with respiratory conditions, administer oxygen therapy, inhaled medications, and related therapies to improve outcomes.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, flexible scheduling (Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN), a $6,000 sign-on bonus, daily pay options, and a supportive environment that values your expertise and growth.

Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license in good standing.
• BLS & ACLS certification required.
• Clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respiratory care management, oxygen therapy, and medications.
• Ventilator setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Patient education on therapies and respiratory conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses on care plans.
• Monitor progress and document treatment outcomes.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies promptly.

Skills

Respiratory care

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Respiratory Therapist License

Job description

Now Hiring: Respiratory Therapist – Elevate Care!

$6,000 Sign-On Bonus Full Time Available

Elevate Care is looking for a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team! If you have a passion for helping patients with respiratory conditions and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment, we want you on our team. As a Respiratory Therapist at Elevate Care, you'll work closely with residents and healthcare professionals to provide life-changing respiratory care that improves outcomes and enhances the quality of life.

Why Join Elevate Care?

• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for Career Growth – Expand your expertise and professional development in a supportive environment.
• Flexible Scheduling – Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN positions available.
• Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings when you need them.
• Supportive Work Environment – Join a compassionate team that values your expertise.

Your Responsibilities:

• Respiratory Care Management – Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory conditions, including the administration of oxygen therapy, inhaled medications, and other treatments.
• Ventilator Management – Set up, monitor, and troubleshoot ventilators for patients requiring mechanical ventilation.
• Patient Education – Provide education and training to patients and their families about respiratory care, treatments, and techniques for managing respiratory conditions.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Team – Work with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement personalized care plans.
• Monitor and Record Data – Track patient progress, document treatment outcomes, and communicate changes in condition to the healthcare team.
• Emergency Response – Respond promptly to any respiratory emergencies, including code situations.

Qualifications:

• Current Respiratory Therapist License – Must be active and in good standing.
• BLS & ACLS Certification.
• Experience in Respiratory Care – Experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Strong Clinical Skills & Critical Thinking – Ability to assess patient conditions and make appropriate decisions.
• Compassionate & Patient-Centered Approach.
• Excellent Communication & Teamwork Skills.
• Ability to Work Independently.

Elevate Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.