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Respiratory Therapist - $31-37 per hour

$31 - $37 per hour
Full-time

Medical Solutions Direct Hire

Medical Solutions Direct Hire is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a job in East Peoria, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Staff

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Peoria, IL
Schedule: Full-time | Night Shift | Flexible Scheduling Available
Sign-on Bonus Options:

  • $15,000 – 2-year commitment
  • $25,000 – 3-year commitment

Pay Range: $31.49 – $37.05/hr (based on experience and internal equity)
Shift Differentials: +$4.00/hr Nights | +$3.25/hr Weekends


Position Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides high-quality, evidence-based respiratory care to patients across all age groups — from neonates to geriatrics. The RRT performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manages ventilators and airway devices, administers medications and medical gases, and delivers comprehensive respiratory treatments as prescribed by physicians.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and a collaborative approach to patient care, working closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure optimal respiratory function and outcomes.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assess, plan, and deliver respiratory care according to established protocols and physician orders.
  • Administer medical gases, aerosolized medications, and other respiratory modalities.
  • Operate and manage mechanical ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP devices, and other life-support equipment.
  • Perform airway clearance therapies, oxygen titration, and emergency airway management.
  • Evaluate patient response and modify care plans as needed based on clinical assessment and data.
  • Document all care, assessments, and interventions accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Educate patients and families on disease management, home care, and respiratory health.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans and promote positive patient outcomes.
  • Maintain respiratory equipment and ensure department readiness for emergent situations.

Qualifications

Education

  • Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program required.

Licensure & Certifications

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
  • Current state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), or eligibility to obtain within 6 months of hire for new graduates.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required within 6 months of hire.
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required for Airway Manager or Transport roles.

Experience & Skills

  • Experience documenting and delivering care within an electronic medical record system.
  • Strong critical thinking, assessment, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage complex cases.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills to coordinate care across disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience in critical care, NICU, or transport strongly preferred.
  • BLS preferred for Medical Surgical Services (MSS) units.

Why Join OSF HealthCare

  • Choose your sign-on bonus : $15,000 or $25,000, depending on your commitment.
  • Competitive hourly pay plus shift differentials for nights and weekends.
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards package including benefits, recognition, and well-being programs that support you at every stage of your life and career.
  • Access to career advancement opportunities , continuing education, and specialty certifications.
  • Join a mission-driven team where “Your Life – Our Mission” is more than a motto — it’s how we care for our patients and one another.

Medical Solutions Direct Hire Job ID #931517.

About Medical Solutions Direct Hire

At Medical Solutions, we’re people who care, helping people who care. No matter how you look at it, there’s a whole lot of care going on in our world and that’s just the way we like it. What do we do? Medical Solutions is one of the nation’s largest providers of total workforce solutions in the healthcare industry, connecting nurses and allied health clinicians with hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and around the corner. Through our family of brands, we also serve a segment of clients outside of the healthcare space. And we’re the very best at what we do. You’ll love our culture that’s filled with heart and soul. As a company and employer, we’re sincerely and unabashedly us. We lead as humans first and believe the unique qualities of each team member make us better together. We share a purpose for helping others and the drive to make a difference. And we offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, throughout your career. At Medical Solutions, you’ll find a great place to work and a career home. We’ve received Best Places to Work awards, landed top industry awards, and received accolades for the impact we’ve made in business and within our community. But the only way to really get to know us, is to join us. We think you’ll fit right in.

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