Respiratory Therapist - 3rd Shift + Sign-On Bonus

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Park Ridge (IL); Sur place; USD 49 000 - 73 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-on bonus

Loan forgiveness

Tuition reimbursement

Annual bonus opportunities

Clinical ladder bonuses

Résumé du poste

Advocate Health in Park Ridge is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support pediatric and adult patients on the 3rd shift. The role involves patient assessment, ventilator management, and collaboration with physicians to deliver therapy as prescribed.

Required are an RCP license in the state, NBRC credentials (RRT within 12 months or CRT if prior to 2023) and BLS certification. Associate degree in respiratory care is expected, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program with at least an associate degree.
• Licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the practicing state; NBRC credentials (RRT within 12 months or CRT if credentialed before 2023).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.

Responsabilités

• Assist in patient assessment using pulmonary diagnostics, chest radiographs, and blood gas analysis.
• Operate ventilators and assist physicians with bedside procedures.
• Provide medication therapies per physician orders and protocols.
• Educate patients on therapy purposes, techniques, and self-care practices.
• Collaborate with other departments and staff to manage patient care.

Connaissances

Respiratory therapy

Ventilators

Patient education

Clinical collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

EMR literacy

Time management

Formation

Associate degree in respiratory care

Outils

EMR systems

Description du poste

Advocate Health in Park Ridge is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support pediatric and adult patients on the 3rd shift. The role involves patient assessment, ventilator management, and collaboration with physicians to deliver therapy as prescribed.

Required are an RCP license in the state, NBRC credentials (RRT within 12 months or CRT if prior to 2023) and BLS certification. Associate degree in respiratory care is expected, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.