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Pays $45.34 /Hr — Respiratory Therapist market median is ~$90k (54 jobs) · Above average in Respiratory Therapy for work-life (5.1/10, vs 3,656 in this specialty)

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Riverside Healthcare
Kankakee, Illinois

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (DAYS)

Respiratory Therapist Above average in Respiratory TherapyNo nightsFull-Time
Posted 47m ago · Verified live

About the Role

Respiratory Therapist (Days) in Kankakee, IL. Acute hospital setting. Hourly pay $34.52-$45.34. Day shift, no nights. Benefits include PTO, retirement match.

Join Riverside Healthcare as a Respiratory Therapist (Days) – Acute Hospital in Kankakee, Illinois, United States. The Respiratory Therapist will provide comprehensive respiratory care for patients in an acute hospital setting. This role is vital for managing and optimizing respiratory function in critically ill patients, ensuring the highest standards of care in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: $34.52 - $45.34/hr.
  • Annual performance increases
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, disability
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement plans with employer match
  • Educational Assistance Program

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Call responsibilities required.
  • Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only. Work with Riverside Healthcare in Kankakee, Illinois, United States.

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist provides comprehensive respiratory care to critically ill patients in an acute hospital setting, including administering therapies and managing mechanical ventilation. They also collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care and maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapist program and hold a current Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner license. Certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is required, along with BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

BLSACLSPALSNRP

Key Skills

Respiratory TherapyPatient AssessmentMechanical VentilationArterial Blood GasesPulmonary Function TestsAirway ManagementEmergency ResuscitationIntubationExtubationPatient EducationElectronic Health RecordsClinical DocumentationCritical CareEquipment Maintenance

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Respiratory Therapist roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

Benefits analysis: Compared to 54 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution5 jobs

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Higher = better work-life balance

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About Riverside Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Kankakee, IL
1,001-5,000 employees
Website

Benefits & Perks

Premium pay (shift differential, on-call)
Annual performance increases
Paid Time Off
Medical, dental, vision, life, disability
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement plans with employer match
Educational Assistance Program

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