Respiratory Therapist, PRN Nights
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Job Description
Respiratory Therapist, PRN Nights
About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses.
City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies.
With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work.
City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.
The Successful Candidate
Schedule: Status: PRN (As Needed)
- Shift: 12‑hour shifts, Nights
- Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Minimum Requirement: Must be available to work at least three (3) shifts per schedule period (every 6 weeks). Additional shifts may be available based on department needs.
Job Responsibilities
- Performs all offered respiratory therapies, ventilator management, EKG’s, Pulse oximetry, pulmonary function tests and special procedures via Pulmonologist and Nursing Manager.
- Operates and manages respiratory equipment and supplies to ensure safe and accurate patient care.
Performs and assists in training of new/temporary Respiratory Therapists within scope of practice and experience.
Performs clerical duties such as chart data entry, input of department charges, document filing, and other tasks as assigned
Position Qualifications
Minimum Education
- Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program
- Required Certification/Licensure
- Current Illinois Respiratory Therapist license
- CPR certification
- Preferred Certification/Licensure
- ACLS
- National Certification (RRT)
Preferred Experience
- Minimum of three (3) years of critical care/ICU experience preferred
- Skills & Abilities
- Strong background in bedside patient care
- Self‑motivated and able to work independently
- Strong organizational and attention‑to‑detail skills
- Software
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
Please note: City of Hope is committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience. Please be aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our organization through fake job postings, emails or interviews.
- Apply only through our official website or trusted partner platforms.
- City of Hope will never request payment or fees at any stage of the hiring process.
- We will not request sensitive personal or financial information prior to the acceptance of a formal offer.
- All communications will come from official @coh.org email addresses.
- Interviews are conducted only through approved, professional channels.
- Be cautious of unsolicited communications, urgent requests or opportunities that seem inconsistent with standard hiring practices.
- If you receive any suspicious communication, please report it to careers@coh.org.
Key Responsibilities
The Respiratory Therapist performs various respiratory therapies, ventilator management, and diagnostic tests such as EKGs and pulmonary function tests. They are also responsible for managing respiratory equipment and maintaining accurate patient records.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited respiratory therapy program and hold a current Illinois Respiratory Therapist license. A minimum of three years of critical care or ICU experience is preferred, along with CPR certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 52% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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