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Respiratory Therapist

Job in Joliet, Will County, Illinois, 60432, USA
Listing for: Legacy Healthcare
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-10-09
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Respiratory Therapist, Pulmonary / Respiratory Care
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 65000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Staff Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Skilled Nursing Facility

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Location: [Insert Location]
Shift: [Day / Evening / Night]
Schedule: Flexible scheduling available

Respiratory Therapist – Join Our Skilled Nursing Team!

We are looking for a compassionate and dependable Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team at a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).

This is a great opportunity for a Respiratory Therapist who enjoys providing hands-on patient care and building meaningful relationships with residents. You will work as part of a collaborative healthcare team to provide respiratory care, monitor residents, and support their overall comfort and well-being.

We value our clinical team and are looking for someone who is reliable, caring, and committed to providing high-quality care.

What You'll Do
  • Provide respiratory therapy services to residents in accordance with physician orders and individualized care plans.

  • Perform respiratory assessments and monitor residents for changes in respiratory status.

  • Provide treatments such as oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, breathing treatments, and other respiratory care as ordered.

  • Assist with respiratory equipment and ensure equipment is properly maintained and used safely.

  • Monitor oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, lung sounds, and other relevant clinical indicators.

  • Recognize changes in a resident's respiratory condition and communicate concerns promptly to nursing and medical staff.

  • Collaborate with nurses, physicians, rehabilitation staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, and disease management as appropriate.

  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

  • Follow infection-control, safety, and facility policies and procedures.

  • Provide compassionate, respectful care while maintaining resident dignity and privacy.

What We're Looking For
  • Current Respiratory Therapist license/credential required for the applicable state.

  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

  • Current BLS certification required.

  • Previous experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, hospital, rehabilitation, or post-acute setting is preferred but not required.

  • Strong assessment and communication skills.

  • Dependable, professional, and compassionate approach to resident care.

  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

  • New graduates and experienced Respiratory Therapists are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us?
  • Competitive pay

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Full-time and part-time opportunities

  • Health benefits available for eligible employees

  • Paid time off

  • Supportive clinical leadership

  • Collaborative healthcare team

  • Opportunities for professional growth

  • Meaningful work with residents who benefit from your expertise and care

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