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Prime HealthcarePosted 1 month ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist - CRT RRT

$83,512–$83,512 year

On-siteEvanston, Illinois, United States

ContractLicense Or CertificationEnterprise

Job Summary

Assess, plan, and implement respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the provider, with emphasis on documentation and age-specific patient needs. May serve as Lead RCP, overseeing the section or department during your shift under the direction of the medical and cardiopulmonary directors. This per diem role offers three tiered pay options ranging from $40.15 to $43.80 hourly, with shifts including weekends and holidays. Candidates must hold a current RCP license and obtain RRT certification within three months of hire, alongside active BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications. The position supports acute care patients in a high-acuity environment within a large healthcare system.

Required Qualifications

  • Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
  • Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
  • Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) obtained within three (3) months of hire
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC)
  • Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the AHA or ARC
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the AHA
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate

Desired Qualifications

  • Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree
  • Two (2) years of acute care experience

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