
Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Respiratory Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $48.06
- Weekly
- $1,730
- Yearly (full-time)
- $89,960
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
- Start date
- September 8, 2026
This job pays about $48.06/hour — 19% 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, 9 of them in Chicago.
- 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).
Job description
Registered Respiratory Therapist Travel Assignment – NICU/PICU Hospital Job in Chicago, IL 60637
Join a high-acuity pediatric critical care team in Chicago, IL 60637, in the vibrant Hyde Park area near the city’s renowned medical district, lakefront attractions, and cultural landmarks. This 13-week travel respiratory therapist job is a great opportunity for a compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who thrives in NICU and PICU settings and wants to make a meaningful impact on young patients and their families.
Job Details
- Location: Chicago, IL 60637
- Employment Type: Travel Respiratory Therapy Job
- Start Date: September 8, 2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Weekly Hours: 36 hours
- Shifts Per Week: 3
- Shift Duration: 12 hours
- Shift Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,730 - $1,860
- Schedule Notes: Rotated weekends
Job Requirements
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) experience in NICU and PICU settings required
- Active Illinois respiratory therapist license in hand
- NRP certification required
- PALS certification required
- State or national certification/licensure required as applicable
- At least 1 year of respiratory therapy experience preferred
- Ability to work night shifts, weekends, and a rotating schedule
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric critical care patients
- Support diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures as assigned
- Respond to the evolving needs of NICU and PICU patients with accuracy and professionalism
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to support positive patient outcomes
- Maintain detailed, timely documentation and follow hospital and unit protocols
- Deliver excellent patient-centered care in a fast-paced hospital environment
Why Choose This Chicago Travel Respiratory Therapy Job?
- Travel assignment in a sought-after Chicago healthcare location
- Opportunity to work in pediatric critical care, NICU, and PICU
- Competitive weekly pay and consistent 12-hour night shifts
- Supportive hospital environment with meaningful clinical experience
Apply now to join this rewarding travel respiratory therapist opportunity in Chicago, Illinois.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
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