Respiratory Care Practitioner – Day Shift, $10k Sign-On

CGH Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF retirement program

457 and 401A Plan

Job summary

CGH Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care for a diverse patient population in outpatient and inpatient settings. The role reports to a physician and supports a wide range of therapies and procedures.

You will perform assessments, administer therapies, and assist with bronchoscopy procedures while ensuring ventilation management and ABG sampling. The position includes weekend shifts and a 36-hour week with a sign-on bonus for external candidates.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Illinois license within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• ACLS, PALS, or NRP certification required as applicable to areas of responsibility within one year.
• CRT or RRT certification preferred where applicable.
• Basic computer literacy and use of computer software applications strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient therapy assessments.
• Performs respiratory therapy modalities as ordered by the physician.
• Performs Pulmonary Function Tests.
• Assists physician with Bronchoscopy procedures.
• Manages invasive and noninvasive ventilation.
• Draws Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs).
• Serves on Code Blue and Rapid Response Teams.
• Guides Respiratory Care Aides/Students.
• Educates patients and families.
• Participates in community education as necessary.
• Cleans and maintains respiratory equipment and supplies.
• Performs artificial airway maintenance.
• Performs Pulmonary Rehabilitation as ordered by the physician.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

BLS within 30 days

ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications

CRT or RRT preferred

Education

Illinois License within 90 days

Job description

CGH Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care for a diverse patient population in outpatient and inpatient settings. The role reports to a physician and supports a wide range of therapies and procedures.

You will perform assessments, administer therapies, and assist with bronchoscopy procedures while ensuring ventilation management and ABG sampling. The position includes weekend shifts and a 36-hour week with a sign-on bonus for external candidates.