Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Prime Healthcare; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Holy Family Medical Center in Illinois is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for Resurrection Medical Center on a contract basis. This full-time night role runs 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, 36 hours weekly, for a 12-week temporary assignment with competitive pay at $55/hour.

The RRT will perform respiratory therapies and diagnostic procedures under medical direction, requiring an active RCP license, NBRC RRT or eligibility within 3 months, BLS and ACLS, and 2 years of acute

Qualifications

• State licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or eligibility within 3 months of hire
• BLS certification upon hire and maintain current
• ACLS certification upon hire and maintain current or within 90 days
• Associate or Bachelor degree preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Two years of acute care experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapies and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by physician
• Assess, plan, implement and document care with patient age/population needs in mind
• Lead RCP duties during shift in supervisor's absence if assigned

Education

RCP license

NBRC RRT or eligibility (within 3 months)

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Degree: Associate/Bachelor preferred

High School Diploma required

2 years acute care experience preferred

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - ContractPay: $55.00 per hourLocation: Resurrection Medical Center, IllinoisShift: Full-Time Nights |7:00 PM - 7:00 AMSchedule: 36 Hours per Week | Rotating Weekends RequiredContract Length:Temporary, 12 Weeks Ready to make a life-saving impact while earning competitive pay? Join the dedicated respiratory care team at Prime Healthcare Holy Family Medical Center and help provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Interview within 24 - 48 hours | Fast Offer Process Work in a high-acuity, critical care environment and advanced respiratory cases

Competitive pay + shift differentials

Career growth within a large healthcare system

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

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• 1. Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• 2. Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• 3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• 4. Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• 5. Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• 6. High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 7. 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