Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Chicago, IL

A Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assess, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and COPD. They are also essential in emergency situations, providing life-saving treatment to victims of heart attacks, stroke, drowning, or shock. Respiratory Therapists are responsible for operating and maintaining various types of respiratory equipment, including ventilators and artificial airway devices.

Respiratory Therapists should possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion, and attention to detail. An essential requirement is a certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) which includes Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials. Prior to becoming a Respiratory Therapist, a person could have roles such as a respiratory therapy technician, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a medical assistant, which offer valuable patient care experience.

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Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance...

Travel Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the NBRC Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance...

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Respiratory Therapy

  • Lincolnshire, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago

$2,041.20 - $2,268.00 Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour...

Local Allied-Respiratory Therapist, NICU

  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago

Respiratory Therapist - NICU We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team....

Local Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance....

Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, NICU

  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago

Respiratory Therapist - NICU We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team....

Travel Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance....

Respiratory Therapy Respiratory Therapist

  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapy-Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in East Chicago Indiana. At TotalMed, our aim is to be the last company you ever work with....

Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights

  • Maywood, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maywood, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist at time of hire or must obtain within 6 months of employment Certified Respiratory...

Respiratory Therapist PRN

  • Glendale Heights, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Respiratory Therapist specializing in Critical Care credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)....

Registered Respiratory Therapist - (RRT)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

\r\n registered respiratory therapist, respiratory therapist, respiratory, RRT, respiratory care, allied health, allied, healthcare, health care, patient care\r\n...

Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem - Rotating

  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago

procedures associated with the provision of respiratory care....

Certified Respiratory Therapist - CRT

  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the NBRC Valid respiratory therapy license in compliance...

Respiratory Therapist

  • Hinsdale, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Additional details of the contract are below: Position: Respiratory Therapist Location: Chicago and Hinsdale, IL. Pay Rate: $54/hr....

Acute Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT

  • Arlington Heights, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license by the State of Illinois. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association....

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.7%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.7%
High School or GED
4.3%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Respiratory Therapists in Chicago, IL
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
23.4%
1-2 years
20.2%
2-4 years
6.2%
4-6 years
2.8%



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