Respiratory Therapist-Registered

OSF HealthCare; Evergreen Park (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide exceptional care across all patient ages. This position involves administering respiratory therapies, medications, and monitoring vital equipment, ensuring adherence to established policies. Competitive pay includes night and weekend shift differentials, along with a significant sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• BLS required within 6 months, NRP preferred.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy as ordered by physicians.
• Administer medical gases, medications, and mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor levels of supplies and equipment for patient care.

Skills

Basic electronic medical record documentation skills

Respiratory skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $35.79 - $41.87/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

This position also includes a night shift differential of $5.00/hr and a weekend differential of $3.25/hr

Overview

Sign On Bonus!

$10,000 -2 year work commitment

Sign On Bonus Flexibility: You choose how to use your Sign On Bonus! Pay off bills, put dollars toward purchasing a new car, or use it to manage your health insurance expenses. The choice is yours!

POSITION SUMMARY: The Respiratory Therapist works in accordance with evidenced based policies and procedures of the Medical Center with all patient populations. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by the prescribing physician that is appropriate to all the ages of the patients served. In accordance with established policies and procedures, administers medical gases, medications, airway clearance, mechanical ventilation, other respiratory modalities, monitor levels of supplies and equipment for department and patient care areas. Applies theoretical knowledge to care of neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients with other members of the healthcare team by demonstrating competence in respiratory skills, problem solving, and critical thinking that is appropriate to the ages of the patients served.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Associate’s degree, Successful completion of respiratory therapy program from an accredited school.

Experience:

• Must have basic electronic medical record documentation skills.

Licensure/ Certification:

• BLS required, NRP after 6 months of hire.Must be a credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Must have a current Respiratory Care Practitioner license and current National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentials if credentialed after July 1, 2002 or a new graduate therapist must successfully pass both the NBRC TMC (The Multiple Choice) and CSE (Clinical Simulation Exam) exams. Proof of Application must be made for appropriate state licensure before orientation to the department can begin. Licensure must be obtained within six months of hire for new graduates per the Licensure Practice Act.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure/ Certification: BLS preferred for MSS

OSF Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.