Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist
Galesburg, IL
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered, RT PEDS. This acute-care position provides respiratory therapy services for pediatric patients with conditions including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, COVID-19, influenza, and other respiratory illnesses. The role includes day-shift scheduling, weekend and holiday rotation, and use of advanced ventilatory and high-flow oxygen equipment.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts include two 12-hour shifts and two 8-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Active Illinois respiratory care practitioner license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification; at least 2 years of experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Weekend rotation is required every other weekend, including Saturday and Sunday.
  • Holiday rotation is required every other rotation for the six major holidays.
  • No call requirement.
  • Respiratory therapy coverage is provided 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
  • Clinical care includes patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, COVID-19, influenza, and other common respiratory illnesses.
  • Equipment includes invasive and noninvasive ventilators and high-flow oxygen systems.
  • No specific scrub uniform is required; solid-color bottoms are required, while tops may be solid colors or prints.
  • Orientation includes approximately three to five shifts based on individual needs.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits