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Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist

GHR HealthcareSpringfield, ILTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Springfield, IL
Job type
Travel
Profession
Respiratory Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 14, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$46.94
Weekly
$1,690
Yearly (full-time)
$87,880
Start date
10/5/2026

This job pays about $46.94/hour — 16% above the median for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Illinois ($40.43/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Respiratory Therapist jobs in Illinois right now

  • 35 open Respiratory Therapist jobs in Illinois from 6 agencies, 3 of them in Springfield.
  • Pay in these listings: $42.64 – $66.39/hour, median $49.68/hour.
  • Typical Respiratory Therapist pay in Illinois: $40.43/hour ($84,094/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: Care Team Solutions ($59.00/hour across 3 jobs).

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Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist Travel Job – Hospital Assignment in Springfield, Illinois

Take your respiratory therapy career to Springfield, Illinois with this rewarding Registered Respiratory Therapist travel assignment in a hospital setting. If you're looking for travel RT jobs, Illinois respiratory therapy jobs, and the chance to provide high-quality patient care while working alongside a dedicated clinical team, this opportunity is a great fit.

Job Details

  • Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Employment Type: Travel Respiratory Therapist
  • Location: Springfield, Illinois
  • Start Date: 10/5/2026
  • Shift: 12-hour day shifts
  • Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,630–$1,750
  • Assignment Setting: Hospital respiratory therapy unit
  • Credentialing Note: 60-mile radius rule applies; local candidates within 60 miles are not eligible

Job Requirements

  • Active CRT or RRT credential in good standing through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
  • Current BLS certification required
  • Current ACLS certification for adults required
  • At least 1 year of recent respiratory therapy experience preferred
  • Hospital-based respiratory care experience strongly preferred
  • NICU or PCU experience is a plus, but not required
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive respiratory therapy care to patients in a hospital setting
  • Perform patient assessments and deliver appropriate respiratory treatments
  • Support airway management and respond to changing patient needs with urgency and professionalism
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to support positive patient outcomes
  • Maintain accurate documentation and uphold safe, high-quality clinical standards
  • Contribute to a calm, efficient, and patient-centered care environment

Location Highlights

  • Enjoy working in Springfield, a welcoming capital city with a strong sense of community
  • Access to local restaurants, parks, museums, and historic landmarks adds to the appeal of the area
  • Convenient central Illinois location makes it easy to settle in and feel at home

Apply now for this travel respiratory therapist job in Springfield, Illinois and join a healthcare team committed to excellent patient care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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