Respiratory Care Practitioner - 7a-7p Shift | Vital Care

CGH Medical Center; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 43,284 - 64,926; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CGH Medical Center in Sterling is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide care across inpatient and outpatient populations. This role involves assessments, therapy modalities, and patient education.

The ideal candidate must obtain an Illinois License within 90 days, possess a CRT or RRT certification, and maintain BLS certification. The position offers a full-time schedule with benefits including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Illinois License within 90 days of hire.
• CRT or RRT Preferred.
• BLS required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment at CGH.

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory care to outpatient and inpatient services.
• Performs patient therapy assessments and respiratory therapy modalities.
• Assists physician with Bronchoscopy procedures.
• Participates in community education as necessary.

Skills

Patient therapy assessments

Respiratory therapy modalities

Pulmonary Function Tests

Invasive and noninvasive ventilation

Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)

Education for patients and families

Education

Illinois License

CRT or RRT certification

Basic computer literacy

BLS certification

ACLS, PALS, or NRP certification (within one year)

Job description

CGH Medical Center in Sterling is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide care across inpatient and outpatient populations. This role involves assessments, therapy modalities, and patient education.

The ideal candidate must obtain an Illinois License within 90 days, possess a CRT or RRT certification, and maintain BLS certification. The position offers a full-time schedule with benefits including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.