NI-Therapist, Registered Respiratory

UW Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

UW Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory care and treatment. This position involves supervising other staff, participating in quality improvement, and engaging with patients in a collaborative healthcare environment. The role includes competitive pay, a sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for professional growth.

Benefits

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement plan

Short and long-term disability

Tuition assistance

Annual wellness reimbursement

Opportunity for on-site day care

Qualifications

• Current Registration (RRT credential) from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• License from the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• CPR and PALS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides Respiratory Care treatments and services to patients.
• Supervises the work of other Therapists, technicians or students.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Communication in English

Education

Graduate of an AMA accredited educational program for Respiratory Care

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Job Description

Pay Range: $33.58 - $50.36 / hour

Sign-on bonus: Up to $15,000

Additional components of compensation may include:

• Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
• Overtime
• On-call pay
  

Benefits information: https://careers.uwhealth.org/benefits/

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have :

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
• Strong shared governance structure
• Commitment to employee voice
  
  

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides Respiratory Care treatments and services to patients. As needed, supervises the work of other Therapists, technicians or students. Required to work occasional shifts at SAMC-Belvidere as needed. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Graduate of an AMA accredited educational program for Respiratory Care

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Current Registration (RRT credential) from the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• License from the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (within 6 months of passing test for new grads).
• Current CPR certification.
• NRP certification preferred.
• PALS certification required within two years of hire date.
  
  

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

At least one year experience working as a Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred.

Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Ability to establish effective working relationships and clearly and calmly communicate in English both verbally and in writing with patients, medical staff and the public.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

SwedishAmerican serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin communities--also a Magnet-designated facility-- is dedicated to delivering high quality healthcare and strategies to keep our patients and their families well. In fact, quality drives all that we do. In recent years, our commitment to quality and excellence has resulted in more national awards , for quality and preference than any other health system in northern Illinois.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

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