Neonatal-Pediatrics Respiratory Therapist, RRT - Days

UChicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join UChicago Medicine as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the Pediatrics Team, providing quality care to pediatric patients. Responsibilities include administering respiratory treatments, managing ventilations, and performing patient assessments in a supportive environment focused on teamwork and innovation.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program (minimum two years).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Administers supplemental oxygen and medical gas therapy.
• Manages mechanical ventilation and assesses patient tolerance.
• Performs Arterial Blood Gas analyses and documents findings.

Skills

Effective communication

Documentation skills

Education

Associate’s Degree

Diploma or Certificate of Completion

Job description

Job Description

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus, New Market Rates, and Tuition Reimbursement

We're hiring a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for the Respiratory Care Services department for a Full-Time, Day shift at the University of Chicago Medicine, Pediatrics Team, on our main campus in Hyde Park, Chicago, IL. Note: Our open positions support Pediatric patient populations. Student opportunities are also available for individuals enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy program.

Join one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic medical centers, University of Chicago Medicine, in a patient-focused role as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with our Respiratory Care Services department on the Pediatrics Team. Our department is committed to providing quality, individualized care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients through highly trained (RRT) Registered Respiratory Therapists, advanced technology, and established patient protocols. Our employees deliver world-class care in an environment that values opinions, rewards decision-making, and emphasizes teamwork. We encourage staff to achieve their career goals, benefiting patients and the institution as a whole.

Job Summary

This role involves administering respiratory care treatments, procedures, and protocols under supervision for pediatric patients. Responsibilities include patient assessment, implementing care protocols, and managing ventilations as per departmental policies.

Essential Job Functions

1. Administers supplemental oxygen/medical gas therapy, documents procedures accurately into EPIC.
2. Administers medication delivery therapies, documents procedures, and assesses patients during administration.
3. Performs bronchopulmonary hygiene, airway care, and implements airway clearance techniques, documenting appropriately.
4. Initiates and manages non-invasive ventilation procedures, assessing patient tolerance and comfort, and documenting as required.
5. Manages mechanical ventilation, including assessment, weaning plans, and documentation.
6. Provides ventilator management and monitors patient parameters, documenting findings.
7. Performs Arterial Blood Gas analyses, troubleshooting analyzers, and reporting results timely.
8. Coordinates patient transport within the facility using appropriate oxygen and ventilator equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program (minimum two years)
• Diploma or Certificate of Completion and Associate’s Degree
• Effective communication and documentation skills
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Illinois
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program, PALS, or ACLS certifications preferred

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Full Time (0.9 FTE)
• Shift: Day Shift 6:30 am - 7:00 pm
• Unit/Department: Respiratory Care Services (Pediatrics)
• CBA Code: Non-Union

Compliance with UCMC’s COVID-19 vaccination, flu vaccination, pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check is required.

Why Join Us

Since 1899, UChicago Medicine has been at the forefront of medicine, providing compassionate, superior healthcare. We seek passionate, talented, and committed employees to help us advance medical innovation and serve the community. Join us to enrich human life and make a difference.

Discover career opportunities at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer, evaluating applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

Additional Requirements

Must adhere to vaccination policies, including COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, with exemptions considered per law. Pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are mandatory.