Hospital | Registered Respiratory Therapist | 13-Week Travel RRT Contract – Carbondale, IL
Compensation
$1,730.00 - 1,860.00/week
Hospital RRT Details
Location
Address : Carbondale, IL, 62901
Job Description
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Travel Contract – Hospital Night Shift in Carbondale, Illinois
Join a hospital respiratory therapy team in Carbondale, Illinois, as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a 13-week travel assignment. This opportunity is ideal for a respiratory therapist who provides high-quality respiratory care, collaborates with interdisciplinary clinicians, and supports patients and families through education and evidence-based treatment. Carbondale offers a welcoming Southern Illinois setting with convenient access to outdoor recreation, the Shawnee National Forest, local restaurants, and a vibrant community atmosphere.
Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,730–$1,860
- Healthcare Setting: Hospital respiratory therapy unit
- Location: Carbondale, Illinois
- Start Date: October 26, 2026
- End Date: January 25, 2027
- Contract Duration: 13-week travel contract
- Schedule: 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts
- Position Type: On-site hospital travel assignment
Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- Associate degree in respiratory therapy or a related field
- Current Illinois respiratory care license
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- NRP-MHC certification as required for the assignment
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts in an on-site hospital setting
- Strong communication, clinical judgment, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory care in accordance with physician orders and established clinical standards.
- Plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory care interventions.
- Monitor patient outcomes and recommend changes to the plan of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Maintain clear communication with medical and nursing staff regarding patient status and respiratory treatment plans.
- Explain respiratory disease processes, procedures, treatments, and discharge instructions to patients and responsible family members.
- Verify patient and family understanding of respiratory care education and instructions.
- Accept reassignment to other units when operational needs require additional respiratory therapy support.
- Share clinical knowledge with staff and students while serving as a role model for professional respiratory therapy practice.
Apply now to join this hospital respiratory therapy team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Carbondale, Illinois.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.