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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Travel Healthcare Job in Carbondale, Illinois
Advance your career as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with a travel assignment in Carbondale, IL! Join our hospital respiratory therapy team in a thriving university town, offering excellent professional growth and the chance to make a real difference in patient care. Explore Illinois healthcare jobs and enjoy the scenic beauty of Shawnee National Forest while working in a supportive environment.
Key Job Details – Respiratory Therapist Travel Assignment
- Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Location: Carbondale, IL 62901 (Southern Illinois hospital)
- Healthcare Setting: Hospital – Respiratory Therapy Unit
- Assignment Type: Travel Respiratory Therapist Job
- Start Date: September 1, 2025
- End Date: October 6, 2025
- Duration: 5-week contract
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Estimated Weekly Salary: $2020-$2070
- Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- Current Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner license
- BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related healthcare field
- NRP certification preferred
- Minimum 1 year of recent hospital-based respiratory therapy experience
- Deliver respiratory care as prescribed by physicians, collaborating with medical and nursing staff
- Assess patient outcomes and modify care plans within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Educate patients and families on respiratory diseases, therapies, and discharge instructions
- Share clinical expertise with staff and students, promoting best practices in respiratory therapy
- Support patient care by accepting reassignment to other hospital units as needed
- Plan, implement, and evaluate respiratory care interventions for optimal patient outcomes
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:
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We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. 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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