Polysomnographer/Respiratory Care Practitioner-$

CGH Medical Center; United States; 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 is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Respiratory Therapist. This role focuses on providing respiratory care to both outpatient and inpatient services, ensuring comprehensive patient therapy assessments and instructions.

The successful candidate must obtain an Illinois License and possess relevant certifications such as BLS and preferably CRT or RRT. Additional benefits include health insurance, retirement funds, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Illinois License within 90 days of hire.
• CRT or RRT preferred.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory care to a broad patient population.
• Performs patient therapy assessments.
• Assists physician with Bronchoscopy procedures.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Education

Computer Literacy

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Education

Illinois License

CRT or RRT

Job description

Shift: 7p to 7:30 a.m. (every 3rd weekend). Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36. $10,000 sign‑on bonus available for external applicants.

Position Purpose

Provides respiratory care to a broad patient population to include both outpatient and inpatient services under the direction of a physician.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Responsible for drawing Arterial Blood Gases (ABG’s).
• Performs integral role as a member of the Code Blue and Rapid Response Teams.
• Provides guidance to Respiratory Care Aides/Students.
• Provides education to patients and family.
• Participates and provides community education as necessary.
• Cleans and maintains respiratory equipment and supplies as necessary.
• Performs artificial airway maintenance.
• Performs Pulmonary Rehabilitation as ordered by the physician.

Specialized Know‑How & Requirements

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

Compensation

$31.42 - $47.13

Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance
• IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
• Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Optional Insurances
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness
• Gift Shop Discount
• CGH Day Care Discount
• CGH Dietary Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• CGH Pharmacy Discount
• CGH Vision Center Discount