Respiratory Therapist - Registry/PRN

Community First Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Time

401(k)

Free Parking

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Chicago is seeking a qualified individual for the Registry/PRN role to provide respiratory care modalities as ordered by physicians. Responsibilities include administering therapies, developing care plans, and performing clinical procedures. Candidates must have an Associate’s degree, one year of experience, and necessary credentials. The position offers benefits like sick time, 401(k), and free parking, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience in respiratory care.
• NBRC credentialed CRT, RRT, or Registry Eligible required.
• NBRC credentialed CRT/RRT or Registry Eligible; BLS and IL license required.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care modalities as ordered by physicians.
• Develops and evaluates patient care plans using evidence-based protocols.
• Performs and interprets blood gases and ventilation data.

Skills

Respiratory care modalities

Communication with medical providers

Patient safety principles

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

BLS and IL state license

BLS and IL state license required

Job description

Opportunity for Registry/PRN - 6:30pm-7:00am

Provides Respiratory Care modalities to patients as ordered by physicians, including but not limited to the administration of respiratory related medications, oxygen and humidity therapies, airway clearance therapy, invasive and non-invasive ventilation, according to established policy and procedure and based on accepted national standards, practices and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Administers various respiratory care modalities as ordered by physicians.
2. Develops, administers, evaluates, and modifies plan of care using evidence-based medicine protocols.
3. Performs and interprets blood gases, analyzing invasive and non-invasive ventilation and clinical data.
4. Assists in bedside procedures such as bronchoscopy, intubation, tracheotomy, and thoracic procedures.
5. Ensures proper selection, assembly, use, and cleaning or disposal of equipment and/or supplies.
6. Communicates effectively with physicians and other providers regarding evaluation of need.
7. Recognizes and responds to modality-related complications and communicates as such with team members.
8. Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
9. Responds timely and appropriately in emergency procedures.
10. Documents accurately and timely, and maintains departmental records.
11. Assists in orientation of newly hired employees and students.
12. Integrates patient safety principles into all aspects of care. Monitors and evaluates patient

Community First Medical Center offers benefits to all its PRN employees:

Sick Time|401(k) |Free Parking

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

Education and/or Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required
• Must have 1 year of experience
• NBRC credentialed CRT, RRT, or Registry Eligible
• BLS and IL state license required.

Community First Medical Center is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who is committed to cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion within all aspects of our organizations. We stand against and prohibit discrimination in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.