Respiratory Therapist, CRT/RRT

Carle Health

. Provide all aspects of respiratory care under the guidance of a qualified physician and the Director of Respiratory Therapy .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeNormal • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $55 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in respiratory care, including the administration of oxygen mixtures, ventilator management, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Proficient in performing pulmonary function testing and EKGs while ensuring compliance with physician orders and patient safety.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationVentilator and CPAP Device ManagementAirway Maintenance and Tracheostomy Care

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Oxygen Mixture AdministrationCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Pulmonary Function Testing12-Lead EKG PerformanceRespiratory Therapy Medication AdministrationBronchial Secretions RemovalVentilator Setup and MaintenanceEndotracheal CareTracheostomy CareRespiratory Therapy Equipment Handling

Soft Skills

Collaboration with PhysiciansPatient SupportAdaptability to Age-Specific NeedsTeam-Oriented Professional Conduct

Tools & Technologies

Positive-Pressure EquipmentHumidification EquipmentNebulization EquipmentMedication-Delivery Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Respiratory CareCardiac ProceduresPatient CareContinuing EducationPerformance Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide all aspects of respiratory care under the guidance of a qualified physician and the Director of Respiratory Therapy
Assist with the Director of Respiratory Therapy’s duties when needed, particularly in the Director’s absence
Administer oxygen mixtures and use positive-pressure, humidification, nebulization, and medication-delivery equipment
Set up, initiate, and maintain ventilators and CPAP devices
Perform airway maintenance, endotracheal and tracheostomy care, and post-extubation care
Initiate and maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation and related life-support procedures
Confer with physicians regarding respiratory therapy and patient care
Administer respiratory therapy medications and monitor for side effects requiring physician notification
Remove bronchial secretions using hydration, breathing and coughing exercises, postural drainage, chest percussion, and airway suctioning
Perform pulmonary function testing and use pulmonary function equipment when trained
Perform 12-lead EKGs and prepare them for physician interpretation
Oversee certified and non-certified technicians performing procedures requiring a high level of expertise when needed
Safely dismantle, reassemble, and handle respiratory therapy equipment
Adapt clinical approaches to age-specific patient needs
Participate in continuing education and performance improvement processes
Interpret and carry out physician orders accurately and promptly
Support patients and families during respiratory and cardiac procedures
Collaborate with other departments to provide appropriate and efficient patient service
Demonstrate Carle Health core values and team-oriented professional conduct

Requirements

What you’ll need

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 days
Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy
Ability to work unsupervised
Ability to administer oxygen mixtures using various oxygen delivery devices
Ability to set up, initiate, and maintain ventilators and CPAP devices
Knowledge of airway maintenance, endotracheal and tracheostomy care
Ability to initiate and maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation and related life support procedures
Ability to administer respiratory therapy medications and recognize medication side effects
Ability to perform pulmonary function testing if trained
Ability to perform 12-lead EKGs
Ability to dismantle and reassemble respiratory therapy equipment
Ability to work with patients of all age levels
Ability to accurately and promptly interpret and carry out physician orders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on bonus available
Relocation bonus available for 1yr+ experience and >50mi
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for growth and life-long careers