Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Hillside, 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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Respiratory Therapist Virtual Hiring Event - Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 9a to 3p

  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

What youll need for this job: REQUIRED: Associate degree in respiratory care; bachelor's preferred Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist CPR/BLS...

Respiratory Therapist in Maywood, Illinois - $2,030/week. Job in Maywood Gr8Jobs

  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Vetted is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Maywood, Illinois. The job was posted 6 days ago....

Travel Critical Care Respiratory Therapist - $2,081 per week. Job in Elk Grove Village Gr8Jobs

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (11 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (11 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Ardor Health Solutions is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Elk Grove Village, Illinois....

Registered Respiratory Therapist (Glendale Heights)

  • Glendale Heights, IL (8 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (8 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

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

Travel Transport Respiratory Care Practitioner - $2,800 per week

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

TRS Healthcare is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chicago, Illinois....

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Job

  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Setting: Hospital Were hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider where youll be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care...

Registered Respiratory Therapist - (RRT)

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation: $1,444.41 - $1,582.71, Weekly Compensation: $1,444.41 - $1,582.71, Weekly

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,852 per week

  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Skyline Med Staff Allied is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Maywood, Illinois....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,890 per week

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago

PHP is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chicago, Illinois....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,820 per week

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This is a Respiratory Therapist position in the RMIL RESPIRATORY THERAPY (77200)....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $2,036 per week

  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago

MMC Group is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Maywood, Illinois....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,970 per week

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (24 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (24 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Voca Healthcare is seeking a travel Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration...

RRT / Registered Respiratory Therapist Other in Elk Grove Village, IL

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (11 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (11 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Hospital license 2+ years of Registered Respiratory Therapist experience This position begins on 07/20/2025 and ends on 10/18/2025 Benefits include: Major Medical Dental/Vision Insurance Pet Insurance...

Respiratory Therapist

  • La Grange, IL (6 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • La Grange, IL (6 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 3 days ago

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

Travel Allied - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (3 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Respiratory Therapist Shift: Nights, 7p-7a, 123, 36hrs per week, EOW Length: 13 weeks Requirements: IL License 1 Year Experience BLS ACLS NRP NICU/PICU experience...

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Hillside, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Hillside, IL offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
42.8%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
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 Hillside, 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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