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Job description
Medical Solutions Direct Hire is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Duration: Ongoing
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Staff
Date Posted: July 13, 2026
Pay: $31.49 - $37.05 per hour
Job Description:
Respiratory Therapist – Peoria, IL
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Night Shift
Respiratory Therapists provide high-quality, compassionate cardiopulmonary care to patients across a variety of acute care settings. In this fast-paced, collaborative environment, you will assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders, working alongside physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Responsibilities include administering respiratory therapies, managing oxygen delivery systems, operating ventilators, responding to emergency situations, and delivering evidence-based care to patients with both routine and critical respiratory needs.
Position Overview
Permanent, full-time role
36 hours per week
Night shift
Acute care hospital setting
Compensation & Incentives
Salary range: $31.49 – $37.05/hour
$15,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment
$25,000 sign-on bonus with a 3-year commitment
Relocation assistance: Up to $6,000 for in-state moves
Up to $12,000 for out-of-state moves
Comprehensive benefits package
Requirements
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute care setting
Current Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license (or eligibility to obtain prior to start)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential verification through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
ACLS, PALS, and NRP may be required based on assigned department
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently and assist with up to 100 lbs
Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient assessment skills
Why This Opportunity
Outstanding Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off
Career Development: Comprehensive orientation, continuing education, and professional development opportunities
Professional Growth: Opportunities to expand clinical expertise across multiple acute care specialties
Collaborative Culture: Join a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care
Relocation Support: Generous relocation assistance for qualified candidates moving to the area
Why Peoria, IL
Affordable cost of living compared to many metropolitan areas
Vibrant healthcare community with excellent career growth opportunities
Family-friendly neighborhoods and highly rated schools
Convenient commute times and easy access to outdoor recreation
Strong sense of community with a balanced lifestyle
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Relocation assistance
Sign-on bonus
Professional development opportunities
Work Location: In person
About Medical Solutions Direct Hire
At Medical Solutions, we’re people who care, helping people who care. No matter how you look at it, there’s a whole lot of care going on in our world and that’s just the way we like it. What do we do? Medical Solutions is one of the nation’s largest providers of total workforce solutions in the healthcare industry, connecting nurses and allied health clinicians with hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and around the corner. Through our family of brands, we also serve a segment of clients outside of the healthcare space. And we’re the very best at what we do. You’ll love our culture that’s filled with heart and soul. As a company and employer, we’re sincerely and unabashedly us. We lead as humans first and believe the unique qualities of each team member make us better together. We share a purpose for helping others and the drive to make a difference. And we offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, throughout your career. At Medical Solutions, you’ll find a great place to work and a career home. We’ve received Best Places to Work awards, landed top industry awards, and received accolades for the impact we’ve made in business and within our community. But the only way to really get to know us, is to join us. We think you’ll fit right in.
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Worksite address
peoria, IL, 61639, US
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