Pediatrics RRT – Day Shift FT, $10k Sign-On

University of Chicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Student opportunities

Job summary

The University of Chicago Medicine is hiring a Full-Time Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for the Pediatrics Team in Chicago. This role involves administering respiratory treatments, performing patient assessments, and managing ventilation protocols under supervision.

Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care Program and RRT certification. Additionally, a $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with opportunities for student involvement. The position is critical in supporting pediatric patient care on the day shift.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved and accredited Respiratory Care Program (≥ 2 years duration).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Licensed in the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Administers supplemental oxygen and medical gas therapy as prescribed.
• Provides ventilator management and patient monitoring.
• Performs arterial blood gas analysis and documents results.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Documentation skills

Patient assessment

Mechanical ventilation management

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

The University of Chicago Medicine is hiring a Full-Time Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for the Pediatrics Team in Chicago. This role involves administering respiratory treatments, performing patient assessments, and managing ventilation protocols under supervision.

Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Care Program and RRT certification. Additionally, a $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with opportunities for student involvement. The position is critical in supporting pediatric patient care on the day shift.