Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Prime Healthcare

Des Plaines, ILContract / Temporary / Full-time$55/hrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$55/hr

Location

Des Plaines, IL

Schedule

Contract / Temporary / Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State RCP LicenseRegistered Respiratory TherapistBLS CertificationACLS Certification

Job overview

The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs physician-ordered respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures under the direction of the medical and cardiopulmonary directors. The role emphasizes assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting patient care with attention to age- and population-specific needs. In the absence of a supervisor, the therapist may be assigned as Lead RCP for the section or department during the shift.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Respiratory TherapyPulmonary DiagnosticsPatient AssessmentCare PlanningCare Implementation

Qualifications

State RCP LicenseRegistered Respiratory TherapistBLS CertificationACLS CertificationAssociate or Bachelor’s DegreeHigh School Diploma or Equivalent2 Years Acute Care Experience

Full job description

Overview

Job Title:Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Contract

Pay:$55.00 per hour

Location:Resurrection Medical Center, Illinois

Shift: Full-Time Nights | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Schedule: 36 Hours per Week | Rotating Weekends Required

💨 Ready to make a life-saving impact while earning competitive pay? Join the dedicated respiratory care team at Prime Healthcare Holy Family Medical Center and help provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment.

✔ Interview within 24 - 48 hours | Fast Offer Process

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

✔ Competitive pay + shift differentials

✔ Career growth within a large healthcare system

Responsibilities

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 90 days of hire.
Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Two (2) years of acute care experience preferred.

Pay Transparency

Holy Family Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is a flat rate of $55/hr 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.

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/

Employment Status

Temporary

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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FacilityHoly Family Medical Center

LocationUS-IL-Des Plaines

ID2026-282883

CategoryClinical Tech

Position TypeTemporary

ShiftNights

Job TypeNon-Exempt