Respiratory Therapist Registered

OSF HealthCare; Mendota (IL); On-site; USD 43,380 - 51,040; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Mendota, Illinois, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to provide age-appropriate respiratory care. The role involves collaboration with the healthcare team, ensuring effective care in various settings including emergency and intensive care. Candidates must complete an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program and hold current state licensure. Offers competitive hourly wages between $31.49 and $37.05 based on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Must be a credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Must have a current state license from IL or MI.
• New graduates must pass all required exams for credential.
• Proof of application for state licensure required for new grads.
• Licensure to be obtained within six months of hire for new grads.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate respiratory care across all patient populations.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for safe and effective care.
• Implement individualized treatment plans.
• Ensure high-quality care across various settings.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Patient care

Education

Completion of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $31.49 - $37.05/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Respiratory Therapist II provides age-appropriate respiratory care across all patient populations, in accordance with evidence-based practices, medical center protocols, and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission and Medicare guidelines. This role involves close collaboration with the healthcare team, utilizing clinical expertise and critical thinking to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality care. The Respiratory Therapist II plays a vital role in supporting patient outcomes through skilled interventions and continuous assessment. The Respiratory Therapist II plays a vital role in providing comprehensive patient care across various settings, including emergency rooms, intensive care units, general medical floors, homecare and clinics. They will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Must be a credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Must have a current Respiratory Care Practitioner state license from an appropriate state (IL or MI) and current NBRC credentials if credentialed after July 1, 2002
• New graduate therapists must successfully pass all exams required for Registered Respiratory Therapist credential
• Proof of Application for state licensure is required for new graduates before orientation to the department can begin
• Licensure must be obtained within six months of hire for new graduates per the Respiratory Care Illinois Practice Act
• CPR – American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers)

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.