Respiratory Care Technician — Flexible Shifts & Growth

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium shift pay

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Health savings account options

Retirement options with company match

Job summary

Endeavor Health's Elmhurst Hospital in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a Respiratory Care Technician to provide patient-focused respiratory therapy. Per diem roles and varied shifts require flexibility to cover mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends as needed.

The position emphasizes bedside assessment, therapy administration, patient and family instruction, and meticulous record-keeping to support high-quality care within a Magnet-recognized system.

Qualifications

• Must be currently attending AMA approved respiratory therapy program and have completed at least half of the program.
• Current CPR certification issued by American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients across age groups from pediatric to geriatric.
• Administer respiratory therapies including gases, medications, and aerosol treatments.
• Instruct patients and families in therapy techniques and equipment use under supervision.
• Maintain accurate patient records and respiratory care documentation.
• Clean, repair, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment and department appearance.
• Follow Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Respiratory therapy knowledge

Patient care skills

Communication with physicians

Education

AMA approved respiratory therapy program

Job description

Endeavor Health's Elmhurst Hospital in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a Respiratory Care Technician to provide patient-focused respiratory therapy. Per diem roles and varied shifts require flexibility to cover mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends as needed.

The position emphasizes bedside assessment, therapy administration, patient and family instruction, and meticulous record-keeping to support high-quality care within a Magnet-recognized system.