Respiratory Therapist

Prime Healthcare; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner II to join their team. This role involves performing respiratory therapeutic procedures, documenting care, and meeting patient needs. Applicants must have a valid RCP license, and certifications in BLS and ACLS are required. Competitive compensation includes a substantial sign-on bonus and a flexible benefits package tailored to employee needs.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus of up to $6,000

Flexible benefits package

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist certification preferred within 3 months.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures.
• Document care with consideration of patient-specific needs.
• May lead department in absence of supervisor.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Care

Education

Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Registered Respiratory Therapist certification

Basic Life Support certification

Adult Cardiac Life Support certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor of Science degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Department:Respiratory Therapy

Shift: Days

Facility: Saint Joseph Medical Center

Location: Joliet, IL

Sign On Bonus: up to $6,000!

Saint Joseph Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Saint Joseph Medical Center 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. Saint Joseph Medical Center 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

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

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.

Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet 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 $29.17 to $42.25. 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.

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