Part-Time Respiratory Therapist — Night Shift

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for part-time night shifts. This role requires CRT or RRT, active or pending Illinois license, and BLS. You will work across adult med/surg units delivering and monitoring respiratory therapies with a patient-centered approach.

You will collaborate with the health care team, educate patients and families, and participate in rounds to optimize care. Northwestern Medicine offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• Competent in all adult med/surg units in all respiratory therapies and modalities.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy; adjusts frequencies as appropriate.
• Monitors, records and communicates patient condition to the healthcare team.
• Educates patients and families about respiratory disease management and resources.
• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborates with the healthcare team.

Skills

CRT or RRT

Active Illinois License

BLS

Education

Graduate of Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

CRT or RRT certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for part-time night shifts. This role requires CRT or RRT, active or pending Illinois license, and BLS. You will work across adult med/surg units delivering and monitoring respiratory therapies with a patient-centered approach.

You will collaborate with the health care team, educate patients and families, and participate in rounds to optimize care. Northwestern Medicine offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.