Respiratory Therapist
Chicago, IL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,653/weekOverview
- Start Date03/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (Traveler) - Nights
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Night shift
- Works every other weekend and every other holiday
- Flexibility with scheduling is a must; no block schedules
Required Certifications & Licenses
- BLS (American Heart Association or Red Cross)
- PALS (American Heart Association or Red Cross)
- ACLS (American Heart Association or Red Cross)
- NRP (American Heart Association or Red Cross; NALS also accepted for NICU, L&D, Postpartum RNs)
- Valid professional license with primary source verification (updated and verified within 30 days of start)
- Driver’s License, State ID, or Passport
Required Health & Compliance
- COVID-19 Vaccine: 2 doses plus booster or completed declination
- MMR: Proof of 2 vaccines or positive titer showing immunity
- Hepatitis B vaccination (declinations not accepted at some locations)
- Influenza Vaccine or declination (required November 1 - March 31)
- TB Test within 1 year of start date
- Varicella vaccination or titer showing immunity
- Tdap vaccination (declinations not accepted at some locations)
- Annual TB Questionnaire
- Physical/Health Statement: Must be clear to work, completed annually or within 60 days of start
- Fit Test: Annual respirator fit test must be completed prior to start (no onsite fit testing in Illinois)
Professional Requirements
- Resume: Up-to-date and accurate at time of offer acceptance
- Two professional references required (one must be from a manager or direct supervisor)
- Social Security Card or Passport (for verification)
- National Criminal Background Check within one year of start date (some state-specific exceptions apply)
- Prime Badge Photo: Clear headshot with solid background
- Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) or agency attestation
- Signed job description provided by agency
- Completion of onboarding education attestation prior to clearance to start
- Completion of Prime Core Competencies Exam (minimum score 80%)
- Prime Skills Checklist submission required
- Workplace Violence Prevention training (DCI/BVP) required
Additional Notes
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
- Specialty years of experience requirement is not specified in the data provided.
This position is ideal for respiratory therapists seeking a flexible night shift travel assignment in Chicago with a comprehensive credential and compliance process.
Employer
Host Healthcare
222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
THE best recruiter I have worked with in my 4 years as a traveler. Natalie has stellar communication, responding promptly to text messages (my preferred choice of communication), and listens without judgement. Whether it's rate negotiations, shift preferences, or a general concern about the facility Natalie has never left me feeling unsupported. Additionally, dealing with Host Healthcare has been a seamless experience from compliance and onboarding.
Cons
Generally speaking, Host Healthcare doesn't always have the highest rate on the market. Having gone with competing agencies in the past, I have often been disappointed and unsupported and ultimately found it wasn't worth the small pay bump
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About Chicago, IL
As a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
- Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
- Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
- Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
- Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
- Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
- The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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