Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Palos Heights, 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 (RRT) - Respiratory Therapy

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 45+ days 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...

Respiratory Therapist Sign On Bonus

  • Melrose Park, IL (17 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (17 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 12 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 . Full Time

  • Melrose Park, IL (17 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (17 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 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 . Registry

  • Melrose Park, IL (17 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (17 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 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 . Full Time . 11a to 11p

  • Maywood, IL (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 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...

Neo Peds Respiratory Therapist . Full Time

  • Maywood, IL (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 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 Neo Peds

  • Maywood, IL (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 26 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...

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - COVID19 - $1,674 per week. Job in Harvey Gr8Jobs

  • Phoenix, IL (7 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Phoenix, IL (7 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Stability Healthcare is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Harvey, Illinois....

Travel Respiratory Therapist - RRT - $1,800 per week. Job in Harvey Gr8Jobs

  • Phoenix, IL (7 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Phoenix, IL (7 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

LeaderStat is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Harvey, Illinois....

PRN Respiratory Therapist

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Salary: $660 / Week AmergisHealthcare is actively looking for a Respiratory Therapist that would beinterested in a 13 Week, PRN Contract at a Hospital in Chicago, IL....

Respiratory Therapist Rrt

  • Gary, IN (23 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gary, IN (23 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

EDUCATION High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required EXPERIENCE 1year Respiratory Therapy Preferred LICENSE/CERTIFICATION Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist BLS Certification STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR...

Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - $2,278 per week

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Next Move Healthcare is seeking a travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chicago, Illinois.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Pediatric Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied...

Travel Transport Respiratory Care Practitioner - $2,678 per week

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

RRT, Respiratory Therapist, Traveling Respiratory Therapist - RRT, Part-Time, Contract, Travel, Temporary, 13 Weeks, Temp. Tier7Focus Staff Job ID #a0xVt000005pGFxIAM....

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Pediatric Critical Care - $2,337 per week

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

RRT, Respiratory Therapist, Traveling Respiratory Therapist - RRT, Part-Time, Contract, Travel, Temporary, 13 Weeks, Temp. Tier7Focus Staff Job ID #a0xVt0000060emnIAA....

Travel Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - Contract - $2,367 per week

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Premier Medical Staffing Services is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chicago, Illinois.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Registered Respiratory TherapistDiscipline...

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Respiratory Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings
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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Palos Heights, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Respiratory Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, 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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