Respiratory Therapist I

1002 Adventist Midwest Management Services; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave - 4 weeks

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for full-time night shifts in Illinois. The role requires NBRC‑based licensure and an associate degree with field in Respiratory Therapy. Starting pay is listed with a sign-on bonus and emphasizes patient care, safety, and teamwork.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, evaluating tests, and coordinating with the healthcare team to deliver effective respiratory support around the clock.

Qualifications

• Patient care skills for neonatal to geriatric populations.
• Experience or training in respiratory therapies per hospital protocol.
• NBRC credential maintenance may be required depending on state/unit.

Responsibilities

• Documents and charges for procedures accurately and completely.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient flow.
• Maintains safety and standard precautions per hospital policy.
• Interprets evaluations and test results to determine treatment plans with the team.
• Responds to Code Blue emergencies and performs CPR per AHA guidelines.
• Operates and monitors mechanical ventilation and respiratory therapies.

Skills

Patient care

Education

Associate degree

Respiratory Therapy field

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Benefits from Day One:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time Shift: Night (United States of America) Address: 5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD City: LA GRANGE State: Illinois Postal Code: 60525

Job Description:

Sign on Bonus Available for up to $20,000

Full-Time Nights - 7 pm to 7:30 am - Rotating Weekends

Starting rate: $35 an hour

• Documents and charges for procedures accurately and completely.
• Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork in assisting with patient flow.
• Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations according to hospital policies.
• Interprets evaluations and test results to determine appropriate treatment plans in consultation with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Responds to all Code Blue emergencies immediately providing CPR according to the American Heart Association and performs other duties as directed.
• Performs respiratory and oxygen delivery therapies and makes recommendations to the most efficient delivery method per protocol.
• Obtains, analyzes and reports findings of arterial blood gases and co-oximetry; performs quality controls as needed.
• Performs airway maintenance including: proper use of manual resuscitators, oral and nasal pharyngeal airway insertion, and airway suctioning.
• Initiates, maintains, transports, and monitors mechanical ventilators to include basic conventional modes of ventilation per policy and procedure.
• Utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, chart review, and confers with multidisciplinary team to determine efficacy of therapy in a cost and time efficient manner making appropriate recommendations and changes per department protocol.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Patient care skills to care for neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations per hospital needs.

Education:

• Associate [Required]

Field of Study:

• in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience:

• 1+ critical care experience [Preferred]

Additional Information:

Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements NBRC credential must be maintained as a condition of continued role eligibility All States: require NBRC for new hires and incumbents. Florida Exception: legacy incumbents may continue working and may transer within Florida without a NBRC active credential, subject to an approved, time-limited transition period.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements -ht - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$28.49 - $52.99

Equality:

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Mission:

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.