St Francis Medical Center

Respiratory Therapist

St Francis Medical Center$69K — $93K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Illinois State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the NBRC or within three months of hire.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
  • Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are also required upon hire or within specified time frames.
  • Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program upon hire or within 60 days is preferred.
  • Associate Degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
  • Two years of acute care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Administer respiratory therapy treatments such as oxygen and aerosol therapy.
  • Manage ventilators and high-flow oxygen systems effectively.
  • Perform pulmonary diagnostics including arterial blood gases and pulmonary function tests.
  • Implement individualized respiratory care plans for patients.
  • Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Respond to code blue situations and rapid response calls.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
  • May serve as the Lead RCP during designated shifts.

Benefits

  • Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates.
  • Relocation assistance for candidates moving from outside Illinois.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401K retirement plan with employer contribution options.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
  • Paid time off and additional voluntary benefits available.
Full Job Description
Bonus Amount

$15,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

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 | 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

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 EMR
  • Respond to code blue and rapid response events
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes
  • May serve as Lead RCP during assigned shifts
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Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
2. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
4. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current.
5. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
6. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate is upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire.
7. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
8. Two (2) years of acute care experience is preferred.

Pay Transparency

Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $37.00 to $49.80 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

About St Francis Medical Center

St. Francis Medical Center is a for-profit hospital in Lynwood, California, United States, owned by Prime Healthcare Services.
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