Respiratory Therapist, RRT/CRT

Jobtailor

Peoria (IL)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Peoria, IL is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to manage respiratory care, ventilator management, ECG, oxygen administration, and airway support across inpatient units. You will interpret physician orders, customize therapy, calculate medication dosages, and participate in rounds.

Responsibilities include performing intubations, conducting bedside ABG tests, maintaining equipment, documenting therapy and charges, and ensuring infection control.

Qualifications

Licensed RCP/RT with active credentials and current licenses.
Experience in respiratory therapy and patient education.
Ability to interpret and execute physician orders within scope.

Responsibilities

Manage respiratory therapy, ventilator management, ECG, oxygen administration and airway support.
Perform all forms of respiratory therapy and cardiac care duties as assigned.
Interpret physician orders and individualize therapy to patient needs.
Calculate medication dosages and provide patient education.
Perform intubations and change tracheostomy tubes as assigned.
Conduct bedside ABG testing and maintain quality control.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Patient Safety Awareness

Patient Education

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilator Management

Oxygen Administration

Intubation

Bedside ABG Testing

BIPAP Equipment

CPAP Equipment

Nebulizer

Suction Equipment

Job description

Manage processes involved in respiratory therapy, ventilator management, ECG, oxygen administration, and airway management
Perform all forms of respiratory therapy, non-invasive cardiology, and assigned patient care duties
Interpret and execute physician orders
Individualize and anticipate therapy to meet patient needs
Calculate medication dosages and provide patient education
Perform intubations and change tracheostomy tubes as assigned
Perform oxygen rounds and respond to pages and requests
Arrange home oxygen, nebulizer, and suction equipment and provide home care instructions
Respond immediately to emergencies, RRT calls, and codes
Obtain lab specimens and perform bedside ABG testing with associated quality control
Manage and maintain ventilators, BIPAP, and CPAP equipment
Perform ventilator checks every 2 hours and as needed
Participate in patient rounds with physicians when assigned
Document therapy, ventilator, oxygen, ECG, diagnostic testing, and charge-entry information accurately
Maintain equipment knowledge, complete mandatory education, validate skills, and participate in clinical instruction
Maintain a clean work area and stock supplies
Follow infection-control, patient-safety, and hospital policies and procedures

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days — American Heart Association (AHA)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year — American Heart Association (AHA)
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) within 6 months — Peoria Only — Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 1 year — American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy
Work experience in respiratory therapy
Maintain current license and credentials

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in respiratory therapy, including ventilator management, ECG interpretation, and patient education. Holds essential certifications and maintains compliance with safety and infection control standards.

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