Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Holy Family Medical Center; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Family Medical Center is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a contract position at Resurrection Medical Center in Illinois. The role is full-time nights, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with a 36-hour week and rotating weekends.

The ideal candidate holds an RCP license, NBRC RRT, BLS and ACLS certifications, with 2 years of acute care experience preferred. This temporary position offers a competitive pay rate and benefits as part of the staff resources.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from NBRC or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC upon hire and maintain current.
• ACLS certification from AHA/ARC upon hire and maintain current or within 90 days of hire.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician.
• Focus on assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care for the patient.
• May be designated Lead RCP in the absence of a supervisor, responsible for the section/department during shift.

Skills

RCP license

RRT NBRC

BLS certified

ACLS certified

Acute care exp

Education

AS/BS degree preferred

HS diploma required

Job description

Job Title:

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Contract

Pay:

$55.00 per hour

Location:

Resurrection Medical Center, Illinois

Shift:

Full-Time Nights | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Schedule:

36 Hours per Week | Rotating Weekends Required

Responsibilities:

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Qualifications:

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience preferred.

Pay Transparency:

Holy Family Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is a flat rate of $55/hr The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status:

Temporary

Shift:

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf