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Shriners Children's·Chicago, Illinois
Respiratory Therapist · $32 - $48/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 332 posted allied health roles in Chicago, Illinois rates. This role sits in the 32nd percentile.
Pay for this role is about 14% below the Chicago, Illinois median for allied health roles.
The Respiratory Therapist provides primary respiratory care to patients from admission through discharge and participates in daily patient rounds. They work within an interdisciplinary team to develop care plans and ensure the safe, cost-effective operation of medical equipment.
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here [https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/locations?listPage=1] to learn more about our locations.
Shriners Children's Chicago an opportunity for a PRN Respiratory Therapist. Join a team of professionals committed to improving children's lives. Our top healthcare professionals excel in their practices and provide compassionate, family-centered care to children who need it most.
The schedule for this PRN position will be a mix of day and night shift and will also include weekends.
• 2 Year Pediatric experience
The pay range for this position is $33.47 - $50.22.
Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.
Candidates must hold an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy and possess at least 5 years of ICU experience. Required certifications include RRT licensure in Illinois, BLS, and PALS.
Market context
Illinois employers typically look for Respiratory Therapists with hands-on medical or respiratory experience and an active state license, and roles often include patient contact, on-call rotation, and close team coordination. This type of position can be competitive because licensed candidates who are comfortable with schedule flexibility and collaborative care are often prioritized. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your Illinois license status and on-call availability before applying.