Respiratory Therapy Extern - Pediatric

125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Children's Hospital - Park Ridge in Illinois is seeking May 2027 Respiratory Therapy graduates to join our pediatric hospital team on a Per Diem/Registry schedule with flexible shifts across multiple units.

Under supervision of a licensed therapist you will perform routine respiratory therapies, manage equipment, and ensure patient safety; BLS certification and current enrollment in an accredited RT program are required, with no prior experience necessary.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• No prior professional experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification by AHA.
• Illinois externs: status within 3 years of enrollment in approved program.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist, perform basic respiratory therapy procedures including oxygen therapy and incentive spirometry.
• Organize and maintain respiratory therapy equipment and supplies following department standards.
• Collect equipment from hospital areas, clean, reassemble, and observe infection control guidelines.
• Complete annual hospital competencies and learn new equipment, procedures, and processes as needed.
• Assist with patient positioning and transporting within safety guidelines.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Oxygen Therapy

Patient Care

Education

Currently enrolled in RT program

Tools

Pulse Oximetry

Aerosol Therapy

Job description

Department: 36401 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Respiratory Therapy Services: ACH Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hours Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Flexible schedules to accommodate school responsibilities Pay Range: $19.80 - $29.70 Location: Advocate Children's Hospital - Park Ridge - 1675 Dempster St Schedule: Per Diem/Registry | Various Shift | Flexible schedule to accommodate school responsibilities. Looking for May 2027 Respiratory Graduates who want to work in a Pediatric Hospital with a world class NICU

Major Responsibilities

• Under the observation of a licensed respiratory therapist, may perform routine and basic level respiratory therapy procedures including oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, aerosol therapy and incentive spirometry.
• Organizes and maintains supply of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies as needed by department specific standards.
• Collects equipment from all the areas of the hospital and cleans and reassembles equipment according to proper procedure observing standard precautions.
• Processes disposable/non-disposable equipment based on infection prevention guidelines.
• Completes annual hospital competencies.
• Learns new equipment/supplies, procedures, and processes as needed to perform their job as appropriate.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique (if applicable).
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
• Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Education Required

• Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Respiratory Therapy.

Experience Required

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Wisconsin externs: Must transition into graduate respiratory therapist position immediately.
• Illinois externs: The status of an extern shall not exceed 3 years from date of enrollment in an approved program.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Will be required to walk, stand, squat, reach above the shoulders and sit throughout the workday. Repetitive use of hands including simple grasping, pushing/pulling and fine manipulation. Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. lift up to 20 lbs. over the head. carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance. Must have functional speech, vision and hearing. May be exposed to chemical and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third‑largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value‑based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not‑for‑profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

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