Weekend Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) | $65-70/hr

Accolade Healthcare; Waterloo (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Daily Pay

Uniforms provided

Breakroom beverages

Employee events

Job summary

Accolade Healthcare in Illinois is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to support weekend coverage. You will conduct respiratory assessments, monitor patients, and provide clinical interventions as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds CRT or RRT credentials, a current Illinois license, and CPR certification. Experience in long-term care or sub-acute settings is preferred. This in-person role requires strong independence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credentials.
• Active license in good standing with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
• CPR certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Experience in Long Term Care is preferred.
• Experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a Home Health, LTACH, or sub-acute setting is a plus.
• This position is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient evaluation.
• Provide thorough medical record evaluation.
• Provide appropriate treatment to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of respiratory function.
• Evaluate, treat, and care for residents with respiratory problems including tracheostomies and suctioning.
• Evaluate resident care and outcomes related to respiratory care and make recommendations.
• Wean and manage supplemental oxygen and trachs as needed.
• Assist with pulmonary rehab modalities and education.
• Operate respiratory care equipment safely and effectively.

Skills

Clinical skills

Bedside manner

Infection control

Physiological knowledge

Education

CRT or RRT credentials

Illinois license

Job description

Accolade Healthcare in Illinois is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to support weekend coverage. You will conduct respiratory assessments, monitor patients, and provide clinical interventions as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds CRT or RRT credentials, a current Illinois license, and CPR certification. Experience in long-term care or sub-acute settings is preferred. This in-person role requires strong independence and teamwork.