Travel Contract

Transport Respiratory Care Practitioner
Chicago, IL
Focus Staff
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,725/week
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Overview

  • Start Date07/14/2025
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration12 weeks

Qualifications

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    Work Experience
  • Allied Health Professional (1 year)

Description

We currently have a client in CHICAGO, IL looking for Traveling Respiratory Therapist (RRT)!

Focus Staff is seeking a traveling Respiratory Therapist to help us to provide quality patient care during this COVID 19 Crisis. As a member of the Respiratory Team, develop and ensure the patient plan of care in collaboration with physicians, registered nurses, and other therapists. Ask your recruiter if this job qualifies as a crisis rate.

Contract Assignment – 13 Weeks (Temporary)
Shift: 3x12 Nights

Rewards: (Respiratory Therapist)

  • Pay depends on location and experience.
  • We are offering a very competitive package to the right Respiratory Therapist.
  • Health Insurance Coverage
  • 401K matching
  • New licensing reimbursement
  • Job staffing in all 50 states

Candidates need to possess phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of procedures and patient safety. Being Compassionate and sensitive is a prerequisite for the profession.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as Repertory Therapist
  • Maintain current CPR or BCLS certification.
  • BCLS, ACLS, PALS, NALS, or NRP preferred
  • Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients and families
Work Experience: At least 2 years of experience

If you are seeking Respiratory Therapist position and would like to work with an agency that will listen to your needs and career goals, then Focus Staff is the right place to be. We are proud of our ability to build relationships with all our healthcare professionals, whether you are seeking Travel assignments, PRN work or Permanent Placed positions.

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluating patient and recommends a treatment plan
  • Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions
  • Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes
  • Performing timely and accurate documentation
  • Promoting continuous quality improvement
  • Teaching and counseling patients/families
Job Type: Contract/Temporary/Travel
Location: CHICAGO, IL

If You have a Passion for Respiratory Therapy, Apply Today and a Recruiter will guide you through the Process.
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Focus Staff Job ID #a0xVt000005pGFxIAM. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RRT - Respiratory Therapist

Employer

Focus Staff

2.7rating(15 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Focus Staff

5.0rating

Pros

Quick responses and got me the job I wanted. Communication was excellent during the whole process. I have not experienced a single issue. Ashley K did a wonderful job.

Cons

None

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Your Journey, Our Focus. Travel Confidently, Care Boldly with Focus Staff.At Focus Staff, we’re here to make your travel healthcare career rewarding, seamless, and stress-free.Whether you’re a travel nurse, therapist, or allied health professional, we take care of the details so you can focus on what you do best — caring for others. Our mission is simple: to help healthcare heroes like you thrive, no matter where your journey takes you.With thousands of job opportunities across all 50 states, our dedicated recruiters work closely with you to match you to the right assignment, based on what matters most to you — pay, location, benefits, or career growth.From day one, you’ll enjoy premium benefits like medical coverage that bridges between assignments, 401K matching, travel and licensing reimbursements, and personalized housing support. Plus, our team is here for you 24/7, with clinical support available whenever you need guidance or backup.At Focus Staff, we believe in making every assignment a smooth, comfortable, and empowering experience. Let’s make your next adventure your best one yet.
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About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:
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
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • 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).
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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