Respiratory Care Practitioner I – PFT Lab, Day Shift

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Huntley is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for the PFT Lab in the Pulmonary suite. This full-time, days position focuses on outpatient pulmonary function testing, including spirometry and 6-minute walk tests.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program and CRT or RRT, with BLS CPR certification. The role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and adherence to NM standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• CRT or RRT certification.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete PFTs, spirometry, and associated respiratory therapies.
• Monitor and document patient status; communicate with health-care team.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory disease management and resources.
• Respond to clinical emergencies and support best practices in care.

Skills

BLS CPR certification

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

CRT or RRT certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Huntley is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for the PFT Lab in the Pulmonary suite. This full-time, days position focuses on outpatient pulmonary function testing, including spirometry and 6-minute walk tests.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program and CRT or RRT, with BLS CPR certification. The role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and adherence to NM standards.