Travel Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - $2,182 per week

Modern Healthcare Solutions is seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a travel job in Mattoon, Illinois.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Registered Respiratory TherapistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 05/25/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: TravelJob OpportunityPosition: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)Shift Details: 36-hour guarantee with the possibility of a 48-hour guarantee. Rotating weekends are required.Job SummaryThe Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) performs evaluations and administers respiratory care treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. The CRT also educates patients with cardiopulmonary disabilities, injuries, and diseases.Key Responsibilities Assemble, check for proper equipment function, identify malfunctions, and take corrective action. Collect and assess clinical information regarding patients' overall cardiopulmonary status. Conduct therapeutic procedures to ensure adequate spontaneous and artificial ventilation. Manage patient airways, including the care of artificial airways and the removal of bronchial pulmonary secretions. Evaluate and monitor patients' responses to respiratory care. Clearly explain care plans, therapies, and goals to patients while maintaining accurate records of communication. Initiate or modify respiratory care techniques as necessary, especially in emergency situations. Make necessary modifications to therapeutic procedures and recommend adjustments to the respiratory care plan based on patient responses. Perform procedures in accordance with established competency checklists and interpret results accurately. Adhere to infection control policies and procedures to protect patients from nosocomial infections. Provide care within the established scope of practice for Respiratory Therapists. Participate as a resource for complex respiratory care cases and procedures. Deliver in-service education to department staff as needed.Required Qualifications 2+ years of CRT experience. Experience in adult critical care. Emergency department experience. Experience with neonatal and pediatric patients. Familiarity with Cerner EMR. Experience with diverse patient populations. Active Illinois Respiratory Care License. Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC Certification.About the EmployerThis healthcare organization is a prominent non-profit entity located in downstate Illinois, operating a network that includes multiple hospitals and clinics across a 10-county area. Known for its commitment to providing advanced medical services and equipment, the organization has earned high rankings in patient experience surveys and is recognized for its robust employee engagement and community involvement.Dress CodeNavy blue scrubs are required.Community CommitmentThe organization actively participates in community activities that promote health, wellness, education, and economic development, demonstrating a strong commitment to the overall well-being of the populations it serves.Modern Healthcare Solutions Job ID #36618105. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied:Registered Respiratory Therapist,19:00:00-07:00:00About Modern Healthcare SolutionsModern Healthcare Solutions is a woman-owned and operated healthcare staffing company dedicated to connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with leading facilities nationwide. We believe great care begins with genuine connection—and our boutique approach ensures every clinician receives personalized attention, never just a number.  You’ll work with a recruiter who knows you by name, advocates for you, and helps you choose assignments that move your career forward.  BenefitsVision benefitsLife insuranceWeekly payLicense and certification reimbursementGuaranteed HoursReferral bonusMedical benefitsDental benefits