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Respiratory Care Practitioner-$$

CGH Medical Center$31.42–$47.13/hrFull time / Part timePosted 3mo agoStill open, checked every night
  • $10,000 sign-on bonus
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • NRP
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This posting states $31.42–$47.13 an hour. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Illinois post a median of $42.28 an hour, the middle half $39.42–$45.81, across 162 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Respiratory therapists employed in Illinois earn a median of $40.43 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Respiratory Care Practitioner license, from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

  • Completion of a respiratory care program accredited by CoARC or CAAHEP and the NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist exam (the RRT is accepted in place); endorsement is available for licensees of other jurisdictions.
  • Staying active: Licenses expire October 31 of each odd-numbered year; continuing education is not due until the first full renewal cycle.

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About the job

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you.

Shift

7a-7p, Rotating

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

$10,000 sign on bonus available for external candidates with at least 1 year of experience.

POSITION PURPOSE :

Provides respiratory care to a broad patient population to include both outpatient and inpatient services under the direction of a physician.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Performs patient therapy assessments.
  • Performs respiratory therapy modalities as ordered by the physician.
  • Performs Pulmonary Function Tests.
  • Assists physician with Bronchoscopy procedures.
  • Manages invasive and noninvasive ventilation.
  • Responsible for drawing Arterial Blood Gases (ABG’s).
  • Performs integral role as a member of the Code Blue and Rapid Response Teams.
  • Provides guidance to Respiratory Care Aides/Students.
  • Provides education to patients and family.
  • Participates and provides community education as necessary.
  • Cleans and maintains respiratory equipment and supplies as necessary.
  • Performs artificial airway maintenance.
  • Performs Pulmonary Rehabilitation as ordered by the physician.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS

  • Must possess an Illinois License within 90 days of hire.
  • CRT or RRT Preferred.
  • Basic computer literacy - use of computer and computer software applications strongly preferred.
  • BLS required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment at CGH.
  • ACLS, PALS, or NRP certification required as applicable to areas of responsibility within one year.

Compensation Range

$31.42 - $47.13

Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)

Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Optional Insurances

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.

From CGH Medical Center's job posting for LOC001 Hospital, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About CGH Medical Center

CGH Medical Center is a public hospital with an emergency department in Sterling, IL. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and therapists. Source: Medicare Care Compare: CGH Medical Center

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