Graduate Respiratory Therapist — Sign-On Bonus & Growth

Advocate Health; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$12,500 Sign-On Bonus

Loan Forgiveness program – up to $20K

Annual bonus opportunities up to $6,00

Job summary

Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide and coordinate comprehensive respiratory care on a 3rd shift. You will operate ventilators, administer treatments, and educate patients while maintaining safety and quality across care areas.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC CRT certification, and BLS. No prior experience is required, with opportunities for career growth through clinical ladder programs.

Qualifications

• Requires CRT NBRC certification (within 45 days) and BLS.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive respiratory care per standards.
• Operate ventilators and assist physicians with procedures.
• Administer medications per orders and protocols.
• Educate patients on therapy, self-care, and disease management.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment; ensure safety and quality.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Time management

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Ventilators

Job description

Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide and coordinate comprehensive respiratory care on a 3rd shift. You will operate ventilators, administer treatments, and educate patients while maintaining safety and quality across care areas.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC CRT certification, and BLS. No prior experience is required, with opportunities for career growth through clinical ladder programs.