Travel Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist - $3,270 per week

PEL/VIP is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Respiratory Therapist | Travel | IL

Assignment Overview

We are seeking a Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a travel assignment on the General Floors. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the Pediatric Critical Care arena, specifically within PICU, NICU, or CCU settings. The role involves providing high-quality respiratory care, primarily during evening shifts.

Assignment Details

• Start Date: Not provided
• Shift Details: 4x10 Evenings, 3 PM to 1 AM
• Assignment Length: Not provided
• Number of Openings: Not provided
• Work Modality: On-site
• Weekly Pay: Estimated gross weekly pay package: $3270 (negotiable)
• Charting System: EPIC
• Floating Required: No

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care in PICU, NICU, or CCU settings
• Work every other weekend
• Adhere to protocols and standards for pediatric patients

Qualifications

Required:

• BLS, PALS, and NRP (for NICU assignments) certifications
• IL RRT license (willing to let HCP apply at time of offer)
• Minimum of 2+ years of RRT experience in Pediatric Critical Care (PICU/NICU/CCU)
• Recent acute care Pediatric RRT experience within the current year
• Ability to work in 2 of the 4 areas: NICU, CCU, PICU, and acute care floors
• Flu and Covid vaccination documentation with both doses and lot numbers

Preferred:

• First-time travelers may be accepted if they meet all requirements and are very strong candidates

Job Type

Travel

PEL/VIP Job ID #65998893. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About PEL/VIP

PEL/VIP connects nursing, respiratory and allied health professionals with opportunities that make a difference. For over 30 years, we've helped clinicians build rewarding careers through travel, contract, permanent, and PRN positions across acute care facilities, post-acute facilities, and healthcare organizations nationwide.Whether you're looking for flexibility, career growth, competitive pay, or your next long-term opportunity, our team is committed to helping you find a position that aligns with your goals.

As a company built and operated by healthcare professionals, we understand the value clinicians bring to patient care. That's why we focus on building lasting relationships, providing personalized support, and creating opportunities where clinicians can succeed.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Dental benefits
• Medical benefits
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision benefits