Respiratory Therapist (New Grads Welcome)

Position Overview Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Relocation Assistance available for candidates relocating from outside the state of Illinois. Salary Range: $1,332 – $1,792.80 per week (base gross), based on a 36‑hour (3x12‑hour) schedule; equivalent to $37.00 – $49.80 per hour. 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 and fast offer process Work in a high‑acuity, critical care environment and advanced respiratory cases Competitive pay plus shift differentials Career growth within a large healthcare system The Respiratory Care Practitioner II (RCP II) / Respiratory Therapist (RRT) delivers respiratory therapy treatments and pulmonary diagnostic services in an acute care setting, including assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of care across all patient populations. Responsibilities Administer respiratory therapy treatments (oxygen, aerosol, airway management) Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and high‑flow oxygen systems Perform pulmonary diagnostics (ABGs, PFTs) Implement patient‑specific respiratory care plans Document care in the electronic medical record Respond to code blue and rapid response events Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes May serve as Lead RCP during assigned shifts Qualifications State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required 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 Compensation & Benefits Sign‑on Bonus available for qualified candidates – $15,000.00. Eligibility and payout terms apply and will be discussed during the interview process. Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Employees can customize benefits to fit their unique needs. The Total Rewards package includes paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many voluntary benefit options. Pay Transparency: the role is estimated to earn $37.00 – $49.80 per hour; the exact starting compensation will be determined at the time of hire based on experience, education, credentials, and licensure. Employment Status: Full‑time. 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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr