Full-Time Resource Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT)

581 Advocate Aurora Health, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Aurora Health, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support patient assessment and respiratory care across ICU and non-ICU settings. The role includes operating ventilators, assisting physicians, and educating patients on therapies.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, collaborating with teams, and ensuring accurate handoffs while upholding safety protocols. A license, NBRC credentials, and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Requires Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the practicing state.
• Active NBRC credential (RRT or CRT) as specified, within time limits.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients using respiratory therapy techniques and diagnostics.
• Operate Ventilators in critical and non-critical care areas.
• Assist physicians with bedside procedures as applicable.
• Educate patients on therapy purpose, technique, and self-care.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and ensure proper function of equipment.
• Provide clear, timely patient handoffs and documentation.
• Promote patient safety and report safety events.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

RCP license

NBRC credential

BLS certification

Patient assessment

Equipment troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Associate degree in respiratory care

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Advocate Aurora Health, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support patient assessment and respiratory care across ICU and non-ICU settings. The role includes operating ventilators, assisting physicians, and educating patients on therapies.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, collaborating with teams, and ensuring accurate handoffs while upholding safety protocols. A license, NBRC credentials, and BLS are required.