Respiratory Therapist - Full Time First Shift

Valley Health; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Job summary

Valley Health in Woodstock, IL seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to join our First Shift team. You will perform assessments, administer therapies, and participate in a multidisciplinary care plan across patient ages from neonates to geriatrics.

The role requires an accredited Respiratory Care program, NBRC CRT or RRT certification, RCP license, and BLS/ACLS. Two years of experience, ventilator management, and EHR proficiency are expected.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited educational program for Respiratory Care is required.
• 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist is required.
• RCP license required; BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• NBRC CRT or RRT credential required (5 years experience preferred).

Responsibilities

• Administers all therapy modalities per physician orders and protocols.
• Performs SpO2 monitoring, airway clearance therapy, and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Operates ventilators and non-invasive ventilation; manages high-flow therapy.
• Performs routine rounds, documentation in EHR, and shift handoffs.
• Responds in rapid responses, codes, and trauma activations; supports bronchoscopy or intubation as needed.

Skills

Motivational skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Calm under stress

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care program

Tools

EHR system

Job description

RESPIRATORY THERAPY - 306170

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range

$29.40 - $44.10

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist II participates on the clinical ladder which reflects a degree of professional practice and clinical expertise.

The Respiratory Therapist II cares for patients in the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups and provides services in accordance with specific physician orders, department policies, procedures and protocols. The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for patient assessments, patient education, implementation of therapy and the evaluation of the effectiveness of therapy. The Respiratory Therapist II is an active participant in a multidisciplinary team and communicates the needs of the patient with the physician and members of the care health team.

Responsibilities and Duties

Administers all therapy modalities to patients per physician orders and/or protocols and policies.

Performs non-invasive SpO‌2 monitoring through pulse oximetry via overnight studies, exercise, continuous and spot checks.

Performs airway clearance therapy.

Performs basic operations in the EHR system.

Performs regular assessment rounds.

Performs equipment cleaning and set up.

Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.

Performs cardiopulmonary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Initiates, operates, and monitors mechanical ventilators.

Sets up and operates non-invasive ventilation therapy.

Sets up and manages high flow oxygen therapy.

Responds and participates appropriately in rapid response and emergency situations.

Responds and participates in all code situations.

Responds and participates in all trauma activations.

Assists in bedside therapeutic bronchoscopies as needed.

Assists in intubations as needed.

Responsible to provide a thorough and accurate report to oncoming staff upon shift end.

Education
Completion of an accredited educational program for Respiratory Care is required.

Experience
2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist is required.

Certification & Licensures
Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License is required.

BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to the completion of orientation.

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Certification or EKG & Pharmacology Course is required

National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with 5 years of experience or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required.

Qualifications
Strong motivational, time management, and organizational skills required

Strong verbal communication skills required

Ability to demonstrate competency and perform consistently under non-routine conditions and complex situations required

Ability to model behavior aligned with Valley Health mission, vision, and values required

Ability to work well with client family members to ensure comfort and respect for the client’s illness required

Ability to demonstrate a professional attitude at all times required

Ability to handle moderate to high stressful situations in a calm and conscientious manner required

Qualifications for Respiratory Therapist II

• 6 annual CEUs
• One recommendation of peer support
• Cross trained to work in multiple areas such as critical care, cardiopulmonary rehab, NICU, etc.
• Minimum of 4 hours community service hours required or One annual PDSA, committee, or performance improvement project as approved by the leadership team
• One-year critical care experience

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.