About this job
As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll assist patients who are having trouble breathing due to conditions like asthma, emphysema, chronic respiratory disease, or emergency trauma.
Respiratory Therapists perform diagnostic tests and you must collaborate with the care team to create a treatment plan. RTs must have extensive knowledge of physiotherapy and cardiopulmonary disorders.
Qualifications :
Basic professional requirements include :
- 1-2 years recent experience in the job's primary area of care
- Active license or appropriate accreditation in one of the 50 US states
- Additional requirements & certifications as may be requested by the specificfacility / unit
- An enthusiastic, adventurous spirit with a desire to help
Duties & Responsibilities
Travelers work for a limited amount of time at a particular location, providing patient care and support before moving on to their next exciting adventure.
Travel healthcare professionals are experienced caregivers who adapt quickly to change and enjoy learning new things. Take your skills on the road and explore somewhere new-all while earning a great living!
Travel nursing in Chicago, IL
Located in the heart of the Midwest, Illinois is home to both world-class hospitals and world-class things to see and do'starting with Chicago.
Taking an assignment in Illinois ensures you'll be working among some of the best healthcare professionals in the country.
Visit Lake Michigan, the Mississippi River, and explore the heartland of America all while making a great living.
About Trustaff
Privately owned and operated, since 2002 Trustaff has specialized in matching skilled professionals with high-paying travel nursing jobs at the best facilities across the country as one of the most well-respected travel healthcare agencies.
When you join the Trustaff family, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds : not only are our travelers some of the highest-paid in the industry, you'll enjoy premier access to thousands of jobs and unmatched personal service.
Here are the top-tier benefits you'll enjoy while traveling with Trustaff :
- Great selection of high-paying jobs in all 50 states
- Priority access to Trustaff-exclusive jobs
- Weekly pay through direct deposit
- Guaranteed weekly hours (depending on facility of choice)
- Medical / Dental / Vision insurance - Health insurance options start at just $23 / week!
- 401k with employer match
- Licensure reimbursement and CEU assistance
- Travel assistance
- Earn great referral and completion bonuses
- Joint Commission certified
- Employee discounts, rewards program, birthday contests and more
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