Certified Respiratory Therapist – Neuro Diagnostics
Lincoln, Illinois
Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - Travel/Contract

Location: Lincoln, Illinois
Facility Type: Critical Access Hospital
Beds: 25 staffed beds
Shift: 4x10 (1:30 PM - 12:00 AM)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
• Job Title: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
• Minimum Experience Required: 1 year in specialty
• First-timers Accepted: Yes
• Block Schedule: Accommodations available
• Locals Accepted: Yes, no radius restrictions
• Guaranteed Hours: Up to 36 hours off per 13-week assignment without pay; on-call shifts count as called-off shifts

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Valid/current US Driver’s License or US ID
• Background checks including criminal, sex offender, and federal exclusions within 30 days of start
• Primary source verification of certifications and licenses
• Competency exam required for all clinical candidates
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming good physical and mental health and ability to perform job functions
• Fit mask test required (specific mask types accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
• References: 2 professional references required

Additional Requirements

• Fingerprints must be completed in Illinois 3 business days prior to start for candidates without an Illinois state license providing direct care
• Various state-specific background searches required within 30 days of start (e.g., Department of Corrections, Most Wanted, Youth Offender Registry)
• Badge photo required before start
• Parking permit required (no cost)
• Charting system used: Cerner
• Scrub color: Grey

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Candidates should discuss time off requests with the manager
• Facility can accommodate latex allergies

This position is ideal for Respiratory Therapists seeking a travel contract in a critical access hospital setting with a supportive environment and flexible scheduling.