Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Ventilator Specialist

124 Advocate Condell Medical Center; Wheeling Township (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to support patient assessments using pulmonary diagnostics, drive therapies, and ensure equipment readiness. You will collaborate with physicians and care teams to deliver safe, evidence-based respiratory care.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in respiratory care, RCP licensure, NBRC credentials, and strong communication skills to educate patients and coordinate across departments.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program with an associate degree.
• Licensure like RCP and NBRC credentials required within specified timelines.
• BLS certification for Healthcare Providers is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support assessment of patient using pulmonary diagnostics and lab values.
• Operate ventilators in critical and non-critical care settings.
• Assist physicians with bedside procedures and therapies per orders.
• Educate patients on therapy purpose, technique, and self-care.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment; report safety issues promptly.
• Communicate clearly during patient handoffs and care transitions.

Skills

Respiratory therapy procedures

Patient education

Equipment troubleshooting

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in respiratory care

Tools

Ventilators

EMR systems

Job description

Advocate Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to support patient assessments using pulmonary diagnostics, drive therapies, and ensure equipment readiness. You will collaborate with physicians and care teams to deliver safe, evidence-based respiratory care.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in respiratory care, RCP licensure, NBRC credentials, and strong communication skills to educate patients and coordinate across departments.