Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Lemont, 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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Registered Respiratory Therapist

Oak Lawn, IL (11 miles from Lemont, IL)
20 hours ago

Oak Lawn, IL (11 miles from Lemont, IL)
20 hours ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Respiratory Therapist . 11a to 11p

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
4 days ago

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
4 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

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
12 days ago

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
12 days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through...

Respiratory Therapist Neo Peds . Part Time

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
13 days ago

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
13 days ago

Respiratory Therapist . Registry . Nights 7p to 7a

Berwyn, IL (14 miles from Lemont, IL)
15 days ago

Berwyn, IL (14 miles from Lemont, IL)
15 days ago

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Lemont, IL)
16 days ago

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Lemont, IL)
16 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Respiratory Therapist . Full Time

Melrose Park, IL (16 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

Melrose Park, IL (16 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist . Full Time . Sign On Bonus

Melrose Park, IL (16 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

Melrose Park, IL (16 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

Neo Peds Respiratory Therapist . Full Time

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

care; Bachelor's preferred CPR/BLS - American Heart Association NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) Current IL state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist Certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through...

Respiratory Therapist . Full Time . 11a to 11p

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

Maywood, IL (15 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

Respiratory Therapist . Registry

Melrose Park, IL (16 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

Melrose Park, IL (16 miles from Lemont, IL)
30+ days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT

Elk Grove Village, IL (22 miles from Lemont, IL)
90+ days ago

Elk Grove Village, IL (22 miles from Lemont, IL)
90+ days ago

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

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem

Oak Lawn, IL (11 miles from Lemont, IL)
5 hours ago

Oak Lawn, IL (11 miles from Lemont, IL)
5 hours ago

Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 12 months OR active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential issued by...

Grad Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Adults

Oak Lawn, IL (11 miles from Lemont, IL)
5 hours ago

Oak Lawn, IL (11 miles from Lemont, IL)
5 hours ago

care The Respiratory therapist administers respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures....

Respiratory Therapy Respiratory Therapist

Oak Lawn, IL (11 miles from Lemont, IL)
5 hours ago

Oak Lawn, IL (11 miles from Lemont, IL)
5 hours ago

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapy-Respiratory Therapist for a travel assignment in Oak Lawn Illinois....

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Demographic Data for Lemont, IL

Moving to Lemont, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Lemont, IL below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Lemont, IL

Local

National

Total Population

24,327

Number of Businesses

881

City Size

Medium

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Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems

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Introduction to Acute Respiratory Failure

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Title Synonyms

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Respiratory Therapy

Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Lemont, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTherapy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.

Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Lemont, 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

4.6%

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 Lemont, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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