E-3 Visa Registered Respiratory Therapist Jobs
Registered Respiratory Therapist roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy or a closely related field. Australian RTs can work in U.S. hospitals, ICUs, and pulmonary care units on an E-3, with no lottery and unlimited two-year renewals tied to continued employment.
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Your future role at a glance:
Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
Facility: Ascension Saint Alexius
Department: Respiratory Care
Schedule: Night shift l Full-time
Salary range: $34.72 - $48.41 per hour
Sign-on bonus: Up to $15,000.00
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Patient Evaluation and Care: Provide comprehensive evaluation and care for patients experiencing respiratory insufficiencies.
- Implementation and Monitoring: Implement and continuously monitor the patient care plan and associated respiratory equipment.
- Documentation and Communication: Monitor, accurately record, and effectively communicate changes in the patient's condition to the care team.
- Quality and Outcomes: Evaluate respiratory practice, medication administration, and treatment effectiveness based on patient outcomes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
- Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained within 4 Months (120 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
- Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Respiratory Therapist specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.
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Respiratory Therapist specializing in Critical Care credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.
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Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
LIFE AT ASCENSION
Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
FRAUD PREVENTION NOTICE
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-VERIFY STATEMENT
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
BENEFITS
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
INTRODUCTION
Your future role at a glance:
Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
Facility: Ascension Saint Alexius
Department: Respiratory Care
Schedule: Night shift l Full-time
Salary range: $34.72 - $48.41 per hour
Sign-on bonus: Up to $15,000.00
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Patient Evaluation and Care: Provide comprehensive evaluation and care for patients experiencing respiratory insufficiencies.
- Implementation and Monitoring: Implement and continuously monitor the patient care plan and associated respiratory equipment.
- Documentation and Communication: Monitor, accurately record, and effectively communicate changes in the patient's condition to the care team.
- Quality and Outcomes: Evaluate respiratory practice, medication administration, and treatment effectiveness based on patient outcomes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
- Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained within 4 Months (120 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
- Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Respiratory Therapist specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.
-
Respiratory Therapist specializing in Critical Care credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) preferred.
-
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
LIFE AT ASCENSION
Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
FRAUD PREVENTION NOTICE
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-VERIFY STATEMENT
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
BENEFITS
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Registered Respiratory Therapist
Verify your NBRC credentials transfer correctly
U.S. employers require RRT certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care. Confirm your Australian qualifications meet the equivalency threshold before applying, as some states also require a state license on top of RRT certification.
Use Migrate Mate to find and file your E-3
Search for Registered Respiratory Therapist roles with E-3 sponsorship on Migrate Mate, then use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer confirmed.
Clarify the LCA wage level with your employer early
The DOL-certified LCA must list a wage at or above the prevailing rate for your SOC code and work location. Ask your employer which wage level they intend to certify before signing an offer, since Level I wages can complicate renewals.
Address credential evaluation before your visa interview
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees in respiratory therapy are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but a formal credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency gives your consular officer documentation to rely on.
Prepare for state licensure requirements before your start date
Most U.S. states require RTs to hold a state-issued license separate from NBRC certification. Some states grant temporary licenses while a full application is processed, but confirm the timeline with your employer so your start date aligns with authorization.
E-3 Visa Registered Respiratory Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Registered Respiratory Therapist jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals seeking E-3 visa sponsorship in the U.S. You can search Registered Respiratory Therapist roles filtered by employers willing to sponsor E-3 applicants, which removes the manual work of screening job postings that don't address visa status at all.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an RRT role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes. Registered Respiratory Therapist positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy or a closely related field, which satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation definition. USCIS treats the RRT credential and the degree requirement as evidence that the role isn't open to candidates from unrelated disciplines.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian respiratory therapists?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been fully used, so there's no lottery and no random selection risk. The H-1B requires surviving an oversubscribed lottery before an employer can even file a petition. For Australian RTs, the E-3 is a direct path: get an offer, have the employer file an LCA with the DOL, then attend a consulate appointment in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth.
Can I transfer my E-3 status if I change hospitals or health systems?
Yes, but the process restarts with the new employer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need updated visa documentation. You can't carry an existing E-3 approval to a new role. If you're already in the U.S., timing the transition carefully avoids any gap in authorized work status.