Certified Respiratory Therapist

Bonus Bonus Amount: $15,000.00. Sign-On Bonus available for qualified candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process. Overview Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) — Earn $1,206 – $1,623/week (3x12s) | Night Shift | Full-Time. Includes base pay of $33.50 – $45.09/hr + opportunities for shift differentials. 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 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 In the absence of a supervisor, the CRT/RCP may serve as Lead RCP, overseeing operations during their shift. Provide respiratory care and pulmonary therapy per physician orders. Manage mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and airway management. Perform and interpret arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis. Conduct pulmonary diagnostic procedures and patient assessments. Implement patient‑specific care plans. Document patient care, interventions, and outcomes accurately. Serve as Lead RCP in the absence of a supervisor. Respond to critical care situations and emergencies. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. Qualifications State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current. 2 years experience as an RCP preferred. ACLS certificate within 60 days 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. Pay Transparency Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Compensation estimate: $33.50 to $45.09 per hour, inclusive of wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation. The exact compensation will be determined at time of hiring, considering skillset, experience, education, credentials and licensure. Benefits include paid time off, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and diverse voluntary options. Employees may customize benefits to fit individual needs. Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other protected basis. Harassment based on protected categories is prohibited. Know Your Rights. #J-18808-Ljbffr Resurrection Medical Center