Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization committed to delivering exceptional patient care. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing respiratory therapy to diverse patient populations, including neonatal and adult patients. Your expertise will contribute to transformative patient experiences in a supportive environment that prioritizes professional growth and community health. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients across multiple locations. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to advance your career, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner required.
• CPR certification required.
• 6 months experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by physicians.
• Assess patients to determine the most suitable method of treatment.
• Document treatment and communicate plans to patients and families.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate of AMA approved school of respiratory therapy

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$33.16 - $49.74 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

Position: Respiratory Therapist - Resource Team/Per Diem

What you will need:

• License: Licensed by the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner required
• Education: Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of respiratory therapy required
• Certification: CPR certification required
• Experience: 6 months experience in a healthcare setting preferred; 1 year of adult critical care experience, neonatal or adult, preferred

What you will do:

• Provide respiratory therapy to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients as ordered by physicians according to hospital policy and procedures
• Assess patients to determine the most suitable method of administering treatment
• Document treatment, equipment maintenance, and quality control activities; transcribe verbal or phone orders by physicians
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to patients and families
• Monitor patient physiological responses to therapy, with special attention to pediatric and neonatal patients
• Provide patient and staff education

About Us

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, community-connected care, serving over 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our team of more than 25,000 members and 6,000 physicians aims to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care at more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals—Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights), Skokie, and Swedish (Chicago)—all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

Working at Endeavor Health means being part of an organization that encourages employees to achieve career goals and maximize professional potential.

Explore our website to understand how Endeavor Health fulfills its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best." We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please visit our main career page for more information.

We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing our strength lies in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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