Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Advocate Health Care; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 48,904 - 73,357; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$10K Sign-on bonus

Loan forgiveness up to $21K

Annual bonus potential up to $6,000

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

Retirement benefits

Paid time off, parental leave, tuition

401(k) with company match

Yearly merit increases

Job summary

Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner for a part-time (24 hrs/week) 3rd shift position serving adult and NICU patients. A $10K sign-on bonus is offered, with additional loan forgiveness up to $21K and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements include an associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, IL RCP license, RRT within 12 months or CRT if credentialed before Jan 1, 2023, and BLS (AHA).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program (associate degree minimum).
• IL Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT within 12 months or CRT if credentialed prior to Jan 1, 2023.
• BLS certification (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional respiratory care for adult and NICU patients.
• Manage ventilators and perform therapeutic procedures.
• Administer medications and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate across care teams to ensure safe, quality outcomes.
• Mentor new teammates and students.

Skills

Ventilator management

Patient education

Team collaboration

RRT credentialing

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Location: Advocate Condell Medical Center – Libertyville, IL

Schedule: Part-Time | 24 hrs/week | 3rd Shift | Adult Care and NICU | Every other weekend & holiday rotation

Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25

$10K Sign-On Bonus (paid out through first year) + Loan Forgiveness up to $21K!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Reputation for excellence: Join Lake County’s only Level I Trauma Center with comprehensive heart and vascular services through the Advocate Heart Institute and Primary Stroke Center certification.
• Complex, rewarding cases: Care for a wide range of high‑acuity patients across trauma, cardiac, stroke, neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology and more—supported by an emergency department approved for pediatrics and backed by Advocate Children’s Hospital.
• Community impact: Serve Libertyville and surrounding north‑suburban communities while supporting vital community‑health initiatives.
• Supportive environment: Work in a modern hospital with all private adult rooms, access on‑site learning resources, continuing‑education programs, and comfortable staff amenities.

Total Rewards

• Competitive pay with shift & weekend differentials
• Professional development pathway with annual bonus potential up to $6,000
• $10K Sign-on bonus paid out through your first year
• Loan forgiveness up to $21K for eligible teammates
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Paid time off, parental leave, and tuition assistance
• 401(k) with 3% company contribution + 3% match
• Opportunity for yearly merit increases
• Inclusive, supportive team culture

What You’ll Do

• Provide exceptional respiratory care for adult and NICU patients
• Manage ventilators and perform therapeutic procedures
• Administer medications and educate patients and families
• Collaborate across care teams to ensure safe, quality outcomes
• Mentor new teammates and students

What You’ll Bring

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program (associate degree minimum)
• IL Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
• RRT within 12 months or CRT if credentialed prior to Jan 1, 2023
• BLS certification (AHA)