Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,149 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Chicago, Illinois.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Registered Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 05/04/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hoursEmployment Type: TravelTravel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Pediatric Night Shift | Chicago, IL (Hyde Park) - 13-Week ContractTravel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric Night Shift in Chicago, IL. 13-week travel contract starting May 4, 2026. Join a dynamic pediatric respiratory therapy team at a leading hospital in Hyde Park (60637) and advance your pediatric respiratory care experience in a top Chicago healthcare setting.Job DetailsWeekly Estimated Pay: $1,730 – $1,860 Location: Chicago, IL 60637 (Hyde Park) — Chicago respiratory therapist job Setting: Hospital – Pediatric Respiratory Therapy Unit (Pediatric RRT) Contract Duration: 13 weeks Start Date: May 4, 2026 Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (18:30 – 07:00), with rotated weekends Hours per Week: 36 Employment Type: Travel Contract — travel respiratory therapist job / Illinois RRTRequirements / QualificationsValid Illinois RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) license or equivalent state/national certification NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certifications required At least 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist (less than 2 years accepted) Ability to work night shifts and rotated weekends Must be able to complete orientation modules (average 5 hours, non-billable) No license hits allowed Former UChicago Medicine staff must be gone 7 months to return as a travelerResponsibilitiesDeliver high-quality pediatric respiratory care to infants, children, and adolescents in a hospital setting Perform respiratory assessments, treatments, and interventions as ordered by the care team Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (nurses, physicians, therapists) to optimize patient outcomes Maintain accurate documentation and patient records in clinical systems Participate in unit orientation, competency validation, and annual training modules Provide compassionate, family-centered care and clear communication with patients and familiesWhy this travel respiratory therapist job: work nights with a dedicated pediatric RRT team in Chicago's Hyde Park, gain hands-on pediatric respiratory experience, and enjoy the cultural and recreational benefits of Chicago while on contract.Apply now to join our pediatric respiratory therapy team as a Travel Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Chicago, IL. For immediate consideration, submit your resume and credentials or contact our recruiter to learn more about this travel healthcare job.Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and VisionEqual OpportunityWe 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.GHR Healthcare Job ID #473775. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: HospitalAbout GHR HealthcareFor over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.