Per Diem Respiratory Therapist — Ventilator & Critical Care

120 Advocate North Side Health Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago is seeking a per diem Respiratory Therapist to provide and coordinate comprehensive respiratory care. The role involves operating respiratory equipment, assisting with procedures, educating patients, and collaborating across departments to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Licensure as an RCP and NBRC credentials or CRT, plus an associate degree in respiratory care, are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program with an associate degree.
• RCP license active in the state; NBRC credentials or CRT as applicable.
• Ability to operate ventilators and use EMR systems effectively.
• Strong communication and teamwork across clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive respiratory care per standards.
• Operate ventilators in critical and non-critical care areas.
• Assist physicians with bedside procedures and protocols.
• Educate patients on therapy purpose, technique, and self-care.
• Ensure equipment is clean, functional, and properly maintained.
• Report safety events and participate in problem solving with teams.
• Provide handoffs clearly and timely to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Equipment operation

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Ventilators

EMR systems

Medical equipment maintenance

Job description

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago is seeking a per diem Respiratory Therapist to provide and coordinate comprehensive respiratory care. The role involves operating respiratory equipment, assisting with procedures, educating patients, and collaborating across departments to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Licensure as an RCP and NBRC credentials or CRT, plus an associate degree in respiratory care, are required.