Respiratory Therapist | Ventilator Care & Patient Education

Elevate Care; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay & Benefits – Health, d

Opportunities for Career Growth

Flexible Scheduling – Full-Time, Part‑

Daily Pay Option

Supportive Work Environment

Job summary

Elevate Care in Illinois is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team, delivering advanced respiratory care to residents and collaborating with physicians and nurses to improve outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an active Respiratory Therapist license with BLS and ACLS, strong clinical skills, and a patient-centered approach. You will educate patients and families, support emergency responses, and thrive in a collaborative health care setting.

Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Therapist License – active and in good standing.
• BLS & ACLS Certification.
• Experience in Respiratory Care – clinical setting preferred.
• Strong Clinical Skills & Critical Thinking – ability to assess patient conditions.
• Compassionate & Patient-Centered Approach.
• Excellent Communication & Teamwork Skills.
• Ability to Work Independently.

Responsibilities

• Respiratory Care Management – Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory conditions, including the administration of oxygen therapy, inhaled medications, and other treatments.
• Ventilator Management – Set up, monitor, and troubleshoot ventilators for patients requiring mechanical ventilation.
• Patient Education – Provide education and training to patients and their families about respiratory care, treatments, and techniques for managing respiratory conditions.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Team – Work with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement personalized care plans.
• Monitor and Record Data – Track patient progress, document treatment outcomes, and communicate changes in condition to the healthcare team.
• Emergency Response – Respond promptly to any respiratory emergencies, including code situations.

Skills

Active RT License

BLS & ACLS

Clinical Respiratory Care

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Job description

Elevate Care in Illinois is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team, delivering advanced respiratory care to residents and collaborating with physicians and nurses to improve outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an active Respiratory Therapist license with BLS and ACLS, strong clinical skills, and a patient-centered approach. You will educate patients and families, support emergency responses, and thrive in a collaborative health care setting.