Respiratory Therapist

PALM Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer care organization in the Chicago suburbs is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role involves direct patient care and support, working with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. Candidates should be proficient in respiratory therapies and have the necessary certifications and experience in critical care environments.

Qualifications

• Must have current BLS certification.
• Minimum 3 years of critical care/ICU experience preferred.
• Strong background in bedside patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform all offered respiratory therapies and manage respiratory equipment.
• Conduct clerical duties including chart data entry and document filing.
• Collaborate with a clinical team focused on patient outcomes.

Skills

Ventilator management

EKG

Pulse oximetry

Pulmonary function tests

Basic computer skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for respiratory therapy

IL Licensure

National Certification, RRT or CRT preferred

Job description

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Are you a Respiratory Therapist seeking a rewarding career?

Our client which is in the Chicago suburbs, is part of one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States. Every clinician and team member at the specialty cancer care hospital has one collective goal: to treat cancer with precision and compassion.

As an employee you’ll be working with renowned oncologists, cancer surgeons, Magnet-designated nurses, genetic counselors, supportive care providers and other clinical team members working closely together, all under one roof, with a focus on providing patience with the best possible outcomes and quality of life.

The health system strives to create an inclusive environment that engages all their employees and provides them with opportunities to develop and grow, both personally and professionally.

As a Respiratory Therapist you must be proficient in performing all offered respiratory therapies, ventilator management, EKG’s, Pulse oximetry, Holter monitor, pulmonary function tests and special procedures via Pulmonologist.

Respiratory Therapist must also be able to operate and manage respiratory equipment and supplies to ensure safe and accurate patient care as well as perform clerical duties such as chart data entry, input of department charges, document filing and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements for the role:

• Graduate of an accredited school for respiratory therapy and IL Licensure required

• National Certification, RRT or CRT preferred

• Must have current BLS certification, ACLS certification preferred

• Minimum 3 years of critical care/ICU experience preferred

• Must have a strong background in bedside patient care

• Able to be self-supervised and self-motivated

• Basic computer skills in working with Excel and Word

For more details on this positions or others alike please CALL or TEXT:Carlo Prosperi at 954-361-7449 or EMAIL ME at [e-mail]

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