Registered Respiratory Therapist

Posted: Saturday, 24 January 2026
Valid Thru: Monday, 23 February 2026
Index Requested on: 01/24/2026 19:51:55
Indexed on: 01/24/2026 19:51:55

Location: Rockford, IL, 61101, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

SwedishAmerican Hospital is hiring!

Description:

You may be eligible for a $15, 000 sign-on bonus!

Work Schedule:

90%, eve/night, (3) 12 hour shifts / 6: 30pm-6: 00am / Rotating weekends and holidays. You will work at 1401 E State Street Rockford IL.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of a Commission of Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) Accredited Program for Respiratory Therapy. Required


Work Experience

  • 1 year At least one year experience working as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Preferred


Licenses & Certifications

  • Current Registration (RRT credential) from the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Required
  • License from the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (within 90 days of passing test for new grads). Required
  • Current CPR certification. Required
  • NRP certification. Preferred
  • PALS certification required within two years of hire date. Required


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UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Description

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Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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