Respiratory Therapist-Adv Practice, Full-Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist for a full-time role. This position involves performing complex respiratory procedures and providing specialized care across various clinical settings. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical assessment skills, a commitment to high-quality patient care, and the ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact patient outcomes while working in a dynamic environment that values professional growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• CRT and RRT certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of Critical Care experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex respiratory procedures and monitor patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and participate in patient rounds.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Patient Care

Respiratory Procedures

Collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field

Tools

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

Respiratory Therapist-Adv Practice, Full-Time Days

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Job Description

The Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex respiratory procedures and monitoring for patients requiring specialized care.
• Utilizes advanced clinical assessment and triaging practices.
• Provides all modes of respiratory care, certified to perform procedures across multiple service divisions.
• Performs all functions of a Respiratory Therapist (RRT); see job class #9417.
• Implements clinical procedures within specialty areas such as ICU, Neonatal ICU, Emergency Room, etc., involving complex physiologic data interpretation.
• Administers respiratory therapy within specialty areas and is proficient in multiple clinical settings.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals and participates in patient rounds.
• Assists in staff orientation, training, and ensuring high-quality patient care standards.
• In the absence of the Clinical Specialist, assumes responsibilities to maintain operations.

Additional Duties

• Provides direct patient care for at least 80% of working hours.
• Participates in education programs and mentors students and new staff.
• Supports clinical research and equipment evaluation projects.

Leadership and Supervision

• Supervises RRTs within specialty areas.
• Acts as a role model and teaches clinical skills.
• Assists in staff orientation and program development.

Communication and Organizational Expectations

• Reports operational issues and participates in interdisciplinary rounds and committees.
• Maintains open communication and adheres to hospital policies and ethical standards.
• Completes clinical documentation and billing accurately.

Qualifications

Required:

• CRT and RRT certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Illinois.
• CPR and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• NPS certification for Neonatal ICU.
• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Minimum of 2 years of Critical Care experience.

Preferred:

• CPFT and RPFT certifications.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.