Graduate Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Pediatrics

This Pediatrics position at American Addiction Centers is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

American Addiction Centers lists compensation for this psychologist position at $35k to $53k annually.

This is approximately 82% below the national median for Pediatrics professionals, which is around $245k.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $53000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Park Ridge, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Respiratory Care, Ventilator Operation, Patient Education, Clinical Decision Making, Electronic Medical Records, Conflict Resolution, Time Management, Interpersonal Communication. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive respiratory care and administering procedures using evidence-based practices. This includes operating specialized ventilators and educating patients on disease management and therapy goals.

Benefits package: Sign-On Bonus (up to $20,000), Loan Forgiveness Program (up to $20,000), Relocation Bonus Available, Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.