Respiratory Therapist

Prime Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner to join their team. This role involves performing critical respiratory therapeutic and diagnostic procedures under physician orders, ensuring high-quality patient care tailored to individual needs. The ideal candidate will possess a current RCP license and certifications in BLS and ACLS, with a preference for those with additional experience and education. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible options to meet your needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in patient care and grow your career in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401K Retirement Plan

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• Two years of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures.
• Lead RCP responsibilities in the absence of a supervisor.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

Documentation of Care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Overview

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications

NIGHT SHIFT- 7pm-7am- rotating holidays and weekends

1. Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
2. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
4. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 90 days of hire.
5. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate preferred.
6. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
7. High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
8. Two (2) years of acute care experience preferred.

Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $30.01 to $43.47. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.