Respiratory Therapist — Education Support + Loan Forgiveness

Advocate Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Trinity Hospital in Chicago seeks a Respiratory Therapist to support patient assessment with pulmonary diagnostics, radiography, and blood gas analysis. You will operate ventilators, assist physicians, and provide prescribed therapies.

The role requires education in respiratory care, NBRC credentials, and BLS, with a focus on safety and collaboration across departments. Day shift at 0.9 FTE (36 hours/week) with every other weekend and holiday requirements, and engagement in patient

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Care required.
• RCP license in state of practice level required.
• Active NBRC credentials (RRT or CRT) depending on date.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate ventilators in critical and non-critical care settings.
• Assist physicians with bedside procedures as applicable.
• Provide medication treatments and therapies per orders.
• Educate patients on therapy purpose and self-care.
• Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment and ensure safety.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Effective communication

Time management

Collaboration

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Advocate Trinity Hospital in Chicago seeks a Respiratory Therapist to support patient assessment with pulmonary diagnostics, radiography, and blood gas analysis. You will operate ventilators, assist physicians, and provide prescribed therapies.

The role requires education in respiratory care, NBRC credentials, and BLS, with a focus on safety and collaboration across departments. Day shift at 0.9 FTE (36 hours/week) with every other weekend and holiday requirements, and engagement in patient