Travel Contract

Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Chicago, IL
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,056/week

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Overview

Start Date07/20/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,056/week

Qualifications

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Work Experience

Allied Health Professional (2 years)
Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Therapist or Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (2 years)

Description

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics (Travel/Contract)

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Contract Details

Duration: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each)
Weekend rotation required

Specialty

Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Pediatric focus

Required Certifications

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA only
State Respiratory Therapist license (must be verified within 30 days of start)
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification

Background Checks and Compliance

Criminal background check within 6 months, including alias, county, and national sex offender searches
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start, updated monthly
Employment application and 2 professional references (1 must be from a direct supervisor)
Unit-specific skills checklist required

Health and Safety Requirements

Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming fitness for duty and freedom from communicable diseases
N95 mask fit testing within 1 year (not required for sterile processing or clerical roles)
Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol
Immunizations or proof of immunity for:
- Measles (Rubeola)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Varicella
- Hepatitis B (including surface antigen and antibody titers for renal dialysis assignments)
Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination within 10 years
Negative 9-panel drug screen within 1 year of start
Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Dec 1 - Apr 30)

Competency Requirements

Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (required for RNs in ICU, PACU, Pediatrics, Telemetry; may be relevant)
Color blindness test (14 plate Ishihara)
Unit-specific competency exam within 3 years, updated every 3 years
Annual mandatory OSHA training
Core training parts I, II, and III updated annually

Facility-Specific Requirements

Badge photo with plain white background required 2 weeks prior to start
Compliance with fingernail policy and completion of facility compliance checklists
Completion of online training modules prior to orientation (not required for sterile processing techs)

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid Pediatric Respiratory Therapist license in Illinois
Minimum of 1 year of pediatric respiratory therapy experience within the last year
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Employer

Access Healthcare

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About

Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!

Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!

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About Chicago, IL

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Cost of Living

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.

Weather

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Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
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