Acute Care Respiratory Therapist I

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of employee benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility in certain cases

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I to provide critical respiratory care to patients. This role requires a licensed professional to administer treatments while collaborating effectively with healthcare team members.

The ideal candidate should have a degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program and possess a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. A compassionate and competent approach in various adult care settings is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed professional competent in respiratory care.
• Experience with adult care areas including med/surg, emergency, and critical care.
• Understanding of respiratory protocols and policies.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care to acutely ill patients.
• Deliver and assess ordered therapies and adjust as needed.
• Monitor and communicate patient conditions to the healthcare team.

Skills

Respiratory care administration

Patient education

Emergency management

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Active or Pending Illinois Respiratory Care License

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I to provide critical respiratory care to patients. This role requires a licensed professional to administer treatments while collaborating effectively with healthcare team members.

The ideal candidate should have a degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program and possess a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification. A compassionate and competent approach in various adult care settings is essential.