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Certified Respiratory Therapist roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship, and strong candidates with a bachelor's degree or clinical leadership experience may meet EB-2 criteria. Employers file PERM labor certification with DOL before submitting your I-140 petition, putting you on a path to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization cycle.
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OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF. Expected pay for this position is $29.30 - $34.47/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.
Position Summary: The Respiratory Therapist I provides age-appropriate respiratory care across all patient populations, in accordance with evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission and Medicare guidelines. This role involves close collaboration with the healthcare team, utilizing clinical expertise and critical thinking to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality care. The Respiratory Therapist I plays a vital role in supporting patient outcomes through skilled interventions and continuous assessment. The Respiratory Therapist I plays a vital role in providing comprehensive patient care across various settings, including emergency rooms, intensive care units, general medical floors, homecare and clinics. They will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, contributing to positive patient outcomes. Both CRT and RRT candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidates with the RRT credential would have a higher pay scale.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Completion of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
Licensure/ Certification:
- Must be a credentialed Certified Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
- Must have a current Respiratory Care Practitioner state license from appropriate state (IL or MI) and current National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentials if credentialed after July 1, 2002.
- New graduate therapists must successfully pass exam required for Certified Respiratory Therapist credential.
- Proof of Application for state licensure is required for new graduates before orientation to the department can begin.
- Licensure must be obtained within six months of hire for new graduates per the Respiratory Care Illinois Practice Act.
- CPR – American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers)
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TOTAL REWARDS:
OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF. Expected pay for this position is $29.30 - $34.47/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.
Position Summary: The Respiratory Therapist I provides age-appropriate respiratory care across all patient populations, in accordance with evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission and Medicare guidelines. This role involves close collaboration with the healthcare team, utilizing clinical expertise and critical thinking to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality care. The Respiratory Therapist I plays a vital role in supporting patient outcomes through skilled interventions and continuous assessment. The Respiratory Therapist I plays a vital role in providing comprehensive patient care across various settings, including emergency rooms, intensive care units, general medical floors, homecare and clinics. They will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, contributing to positive patient outcomes. Both CRT and RRT candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidates with the RRT credential would have a higher pay scale.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Completion of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
Licensure/ Certification:
- Must be a credentialed Certified Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
- Must have a current Respiratory Care Practitioner state license from appropriate state (IL or MI) and current National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentials if credentialed after July 1, 2002.
- New graduate therapists must successfully pass exam required for Certified Respiratory Therapist credential.
- Proof of Application for state licensure is required for new graduates before orientation to the department can begin.
- Licensure must be obtained within six months of hire for new graduates per the Respiratory Care Illinois Practice Act.
- CPR – American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers)
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Certified Respiratory Therapist
Verify your NBRC credentials transfer cleanly
USCIS scrutinizes credential equivalency for foreign-trained respiratory therapists. Get your foreign transcripts evaluated by a NACES-member credential evaluation service before applying, so employers don't stall the PERM filing over documentation gaps.
Target hospital systems with PERM filing history
Large health systems and academic medical centers file PERM petitions regularly for allied health roles. Search Migrate Mate to filter Certified Respiratory Therapist positions specifically by employers with active green card sponsorship history, not just visa transfer willingness.
Confirm state licensure before the PERM audit stage
DOL requires your employer to document that you meet the minimum qualifications at PERM filing. If your state RRT license is pending, the employer's PERM application can stall. Secure your state license before the recruitment window closes.
Ask employers whether they sponsor EB-2 or EB-3
Most respiratory therapist roles fall under EB-3 skilled worker, but critical care or leadership positions may support an EB-2 filing if the role requires an advanced degree. Clarify which category the employer intends to file under before accepting an offer.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
PERM requires your offered wage to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and geographic area. Run your job title and work location through OFLC Wage Search to confirm the offer covers at least the Level I or Level II prevailing wage before signing.
Account for priority date backlogs in your timeline
Applicants born in India or China face priority date retrogression even at EB-3. Check the monthly Visa Bulletin from USCIS to understand current wait times for your birth country before committing to an employer's sponsorship timeline.
Green Card Certified Respiratory Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Certified Respiratory Therapist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Certified Respiratory Therapist positions qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, which requires at least two years of training or experience and a full-time permanent job offer. Roles with supervisory duties or research responsibilities tied to a master's degree or higher may qualify under EB-2, which requires demonstrating an advanced degree or its equivalent through progressive professional experience.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for respiratory therapists?
An H-1B visa is a temporary status renewed in three-year increments with no path to permanency on its own. PERM sponsorship is a multi-step process, starting with DOL labor certification, then I-140 approval, and finally adjustment of status or consular processing, resulting in permanent residency. There is no annual lottery for EB-3, and processing, though longer overall, doesn't reset each fiscal year.
How long does the PERM green card process take for a respiratory therapist position?
The PERM stage alone typically runs six to eighteen months, including the employer's mandatory recruitment period and DOL processing. After PERM approval, I-140 adjudication adds several more months. For applicants born in most countries outside India and China, adjustment of status or immigrant visa processing follows once a visa number becomes available, often without a long wait at the EB-3 level.
How can I find Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Certified Respiratory Therapist roles filtered by employers with documented EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. Most general job boards don't surface PERM filing data, so sorting by green card sponsorship specifically saves you from applying to positions where the employer hasn't committed to permanent sponsorship and may only offer H-1B transfers.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B or other work visa?
Yes. Employers frequently file PERM while you hold H-1B, TN visa, or O-1 visa status. Concurrent filing doesn't affect your current authorization. Once your I-140 is approved, you can use AC21 portability after 180 days if you need to change employers, as long as the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification as the approved petition.