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Registered Respiratory Therapist

UW Health
tuition assistance, tuition reimbursement
United States, Illinois, Rockford
1401 East State Street (Show on map)
Feb 03, 2026
Work Schedule: 90% FTE, 3 12-hour shifts/week 6:30am-7:00pm. You will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State Street, Rockford, IL. You may be eligible for up to $15,000 sign on bonus. Additional components of compensation may include: Evening, night, and weekend shift differential Overtime On-call pay At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have: * Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance * Annual wellness reimbursement * Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids * Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs! * Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development * Strong shared governance structure * Commitment to employee voice Qualifications Graduate of a Commission of Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) Accredited Program for Respiratory Therapy. Required Work Experience 1 year At least one year experience working as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Preferred Licenses & Certifications Current Registration (RRT credential) from the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Required License from the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (within 90 days of passing test for new grads). Required Current CPR certification. Required NRP certification. Preferred PALS certification required within two years of hire date. Required Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Job Description UW Northern Illinois benefits