Respiratory Therapist

HSHS Medical Group; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,746 - 64,113; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement benefits

Education assistance up to $5,250 annually

Adoption assistance up to $7,500

Job summary

HSHS Medical Group is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) I in Springfield, IL. This full-time position operates on a night schedule and offers a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000. Successful candidates will have a required diploma or associate's degree in respiratory therapy and be RRT certified. Responsibilities include providing patient care through physician prescribed treatments and maintaining quality assurance within a multi-institutional healthcare system. Join our dedicated team focused on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner required within 6 months.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physician prescribed treatments and operate respiratory care equipment.
• Administer patient care and document in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Coordinate with health care teams for optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Patient care

Respiratory care equipment operation

Documentation in EMR

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

Diploma or Associate's degree in respiratory therapy

Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) I page is loaded## Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Iremote type: Onsitelocations: Springfield, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R1036754**Pay Range:**$31.03 - $46.54A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.Conducts basic physician prescribed treatments and demonstrates competence in respiratory equipment related to respiratory care-based practice. Operates and maintains respiratory care equipment, administers patient care, and documents the practice activity in the patient's electronic medical record (EMR) at the required level of competence in accordance with scope of practice, departmental policies and procedures, HIPAA standards, and quality assurance guidelines. Position Specifics: o Department: Respiratory Therapy o Core Function: Rehab/Therapy/Sleep o Schedule: Nights, 36 hrs/wk, 7P-7A o Facility: St John’s Hospital o Location: Springfield, IL o Sign On Bonus: up to $20,000 Compensation that aligns with your experience**Education Qualifications*** Diploma or an Associate's degree in respiratory therapy from an Accredited Respiratory Care Education Program is required.* Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy from an Accredited Respiratory Care Education Program is preferred.**Experience Qualifications*** N/A**Certifications, Licenses and Registrations*** Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required.* Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner or eligibility for licensure in the state of practice is required. License must be obtained within 6 months.* Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred.Scheduled Weekly Hours:36Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.**Benefits:**HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. **Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.*** Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.* Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.* Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.* Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.* Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!* Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring ProcessHospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants.Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions.These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS.Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at [e-mail][](blob:https://hshs.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/72ca028e-777d-4029-ba65-381d8c893913)0:00 / 2:39Imagine an organization where you’re empowered to care for all who need assistance, regardless of means. To provide quality, patient-centered, holistic care—and build caring relationships. To master innovations that make a profound difference within our halls, throughout our communities, and into the future. All of these aspirations are within your reach at Hospital Sisters Health System, a multi-institutional health care system serving communities throughout Illinois and Wisconsin. Become part of our team in a wide array of areas and enjoy an experience beyond belief.