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Endeavor Health 3.9
Respiratory therapist job in Naperville, IL
Hourly Pay Range:
$33.16 - $49.74 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Respiratory Therapist - Nights
Location: Edward Hospital
Full time: 36 hours per week
Hours: 7:00pm to 7:30am/ Every other weekend
Travel: May require coverage at Plainfield Emergency Center
What you will need:
Education:
Graduation from a nationally accredited Respiratory Therapy program, as determined by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
License/Certifications:
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or proof of registry eligible status
State of Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure within six months of employment
Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) within 24 months of employment
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) within 24 months of employment
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) within 24 months of employment
What you will do:
Under minimal supervision, provides routine and complex respiratory therapy treatment to patients and performs a variety of routine pulmonary function tests according to established procedures in order to provide data used in diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease/ailments. In doing so, interprets physicians' order, obtains pertinent patient information, arranges and sets up necessary supplies and equipment, and monitors equipment regularly for proper functioning and records data obtained during therapy in patient charts. Assists in monitoring department procedures, recommends enhancements, and assists in developing procedures as requested.
Benefits (full-time or part-time positions):
Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career pathways to promote professional growth and development
Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals ? Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) ? all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit ***********************
When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
Please explore our website (*********************** to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to ?help everyone in our communities be their best?.
Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
$33.2-49.7 hourly 1d ago
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Respiratory Therapist
Bria 3.6
Respiratory therapist job in Palos Hills, IL
Join us at the Nexus of care and compassion.
Respiratory Therapist Benefits:
PTO package and paid holidays
Employee rewards program
Growth from within
Next day pay available
Tuition reimbursement
Health/Dental/Vision/Life coverage
401K
Shift Needed: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities:
As a respiratory therapist, you treat residents with temporary or chronic respiratory conditions.
You will conduct diagnostic tests to determine the respiratory conditions of your residents.
You will create and maintain the respiratory section of resident care plans.
You will you will provide therapy to improve the respiratory conditions of your residents.
Requirements:
Respiratory Therapist Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or higher.
Knowledge of physiology and the respiratory system.
Empathy and compassion.
At least one year experience in long-term care.
keywords: respiratory therapist, geriatric, skilled nursing facility
Compensation details: 42-42 Hourly Wage
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$55k-69k yearly est. 3d ago
Respiratory Therapist 1
Rush University Medical Center
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Respiratory Care
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 0. 9)
Shift: Shift 3
Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 PM - 7:00:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (************ rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $42.00 - $61.88 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Highlights
$25,000 SIGN ON BONUS
Tuition Reimbursement + Masters Degree Respiratory Care (only MS in IL)
Work alongside 7 contributors to Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care
403B contribution matching
Global leader in Respiratory Care
Relocation Assistance available
Summary:
(Formerly titled Respiratory Therapist 1) Provides simple, intermediate, and complex therapeutic and diagnostic procedures on the general care floors and special care units. Improves and maintains patient cardiopulmonary status through the application and administration of various medications, gases, devices, and procedures. Functions independently in the specialty units. Specializes in either adult or pediatric/neonatal specialty care and functions independently in either or both areas. Exemplifies the Rush Medical Center mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Registered Respiratory Therapist and an Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
•Pass departmental competencies in Critical Care.
•BLS Healthcare Provider (CPR) Certification obtained within four weeks of hire.
•Technical skills are required to adapt equipment and procedures to patient needs.
•Analytical skills are required to evaluate patients and their clinical response to therapy.
•Customer service skills are required to effectively meet the needs of patients, families, and members of the healthcare team on an almost constant basis.
•Ability to be highly adaptable to respond to changing workloads and priorities.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•ACLS Certification.
Physical Demands:
•Standing, walking, pushing, and bending for 75% of the day.
•Ability to lift 20 pounds in order to handle cylinders.
Responsibilities:
1. Administers, monitors, and weans mechanical ventilation; makes ventilator recommendations based on clinical assessment, technical assessment, and laboratory values; manages airways.
2. Administers bronchial hygiene and treatment procedures including aerosol therapies, chest physical therapy, and therapeutic gas administration; analyzes gases where applicable; procures and delivers gases using central piping systems and gas cylinders.
3. Assesses patients clinically before and after the administration or application of any medication, procedure or device; recommends appropriate therapy including initial therapy, changes in therapy, and discontinuance of therapy.
4. Applies CPAP and BIPAP and makes recommendations based on patient compliance, response, and laboratory values.
5. Documents work timely, completely, and accurately, including documentation in the patient medical record, documentation in the department records, and patient billing.
6. Assesses patient oxygenation, ventilation, and hemodynamic status through clinical observation, patient assessment, physiologic monitoring including oximetry, capnography, ventilator waveform analysis, and cardiac output, ECG, and laboratory values; provides respiratory care interventions within the scope of the Rapid Response Team, performs CPR.
7. Performs bedside spirometry including spontaneous breathing parameters, PEFR, and other limited pulmonary function; identifies normal values for patients.
8. Provides patient/family education.
9. Performs ECGs and arterial puncture.
10. Performs bronchoscopy assist.
11. Provides clinical supervision of respiratory care students on rotation.
12. Demonstrate initiative in optimizing patient care by participating in physician rounds and documenting assessment findings and therapy changes.
13. Participates in CQI and QA initiatives including work audits and committee participation.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
$42-61.9 hourly 60d+ ago
Respiratory Therapist
Rush Oak Park Hospital 4.1
Respiratory therapist job in Oak Park, IL
Business Unit: Rush Oak Park
Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital
Department: Respiratory Therapy
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 0. 9)
Work Schedule: 12 Hr
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (************ rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $38.00 - $56.78 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
$25,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!
Summary:
Provides simple, intermediate, and complex therapeutic and diagnostic procedures on the general care floors and special care units. Improves and maintains patient cardiopulmonary status through the application and administration of various medications, gases, devices, and procedures. They function independently in assigned areas. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush Oak Park Hospital policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and an Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• All RTs must pass departmental competencies
• Requires BLS and ACLS. PALS within 90 days of hire. NRP Preferred
• Minimum education requirement is an Associate's degree; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Technical skills are required to adapt equipment and procedures to patient needs.
• Analytical skills are required to evaluate patients and their clinical response to therapy.
• Customer service skills are required to effectively meet the needs of patients, families, and members of the healthcare team on an almost constant basis.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• NRP
• Bachelor's Degree
Physical Demands:
• Standing, walking, pushing, and bending for 75% of the day.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds in order to handle cylinders
• A high level of patience must be exhibited as people learn at different speeds.
• Ability to be highly adaptable to respond to changing workloads and priorities.
Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities:
1. Administers, monitors, and weans mechanical ventilation; makes ventilator recommendations based on clinical assessment, technical assessment, and laboratory values; manages airways.
2. Administers bronchial hygiene and treatment procedures including aerosol therapies, chest physical therapy, and therapeutic gas administration; analyzes gases where applicable; procures and delivers gases using central piping systems and gas cylinders.
3. Assesses patients clinically before and after the administration or application of any medication, procedure or device; recommends appropriate therapy including initial therapy, changes in therapy, and discontinuance of therapy.
4. Applies CPAP and BIPAP and makes recommendations based on patient compliance, response, and laboratory values.
5. Participates in CQI and QA initiatives including work audits, abstracts, research, Daily Management System (DMS) projects, committee participation, or other activities to improve the clinical and work environments.
6. Develops patient driven protocols in conjunction with department leadership. Documents work timely, completely, and accurately, including documentation in the patient medical record, documentation in the department records, and patient billing.
7. Assesses patient oxygenation, ventilation, and hemodynamic status through clinical observation, patient assessment, physiologic monitoring including oximetry, capnography, ventilator waveform analysis, and cardiac output, ECG, and laboratory values; provides respiratory care interventions within the scope of the Rapid Response Team, performs CPR.
8. Performs bedside spirometry including spontaneous breathing parameters, PEFR, and other limited pulmonary function; identifies normal values for patients.
9. Provides patient/family education.
10. Performs ECGs and arterial puncture.
11. Participates in on-going maintenance of the blood gas equipment, QC, calibration and proficiency testing.
12. Performs bronchoscopy assist.
13. Provides clinical supervision of respiratory care students on rotation.
14. Demonstrate initiative in optimizing patient care by participating in physician rounds and documenting assessment findings and therapy changes
15. Demonstrate professionalism by belonging to the AARC/ISRC and/or pursuing education to advance ones skills
16. Other duties as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
$38-56.8 hourly 60d+ ago
Respiratory Therapist - $500 Completion Bonus
Amergis
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
$60 + $500 Completion Bonus Amergis Healthcare Staffing is actively looking for a qualified Respiratory Therapist who would be interested in a 13 week, Full Time Contract with a Healthcare Facility in Chicago, IL. Additional details of the contract position are below:
Position Title: Respiratory Therapist
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay Rate (Local): $60 / hour
Travel Package (Gross: $2,466/week | Est. Take-Home: $2,250.72/week) :
Lodging: $994/week
Meals & Incidentals: $644/week
Schedule:
· 3x12's
· 7:00pm - 7:30am
· E/O weekend rotation
· No on-call
*First two weeks orientation day shift starting at 7am
Duration: 12 weeks (likely extension)
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience
- RRT/CRT, ACLS, PALS, BLS
- Ventilators and Tracheoscopy experience
- Flu and COVID Vaccination
- Must be an Illinois resident full-time
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
$60 hourly 4d ago
Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,833 per week in Berwyn, IL
Alliedtravelcareers
Respiratory therapist job in Berwyn, IL
Registered Respiratory Therapist Pay: $1,833 per week Shift Information: Nights
AlliedTravelCareers is working with Medical Solutions to find a qualified RRT in Berwyn, Illinois, 60402!
A facility in Berwyn, IL is seeking its next amazing RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist). Read on if this sounds like your perfect fit!
Nurses and allied healthcare professionals are in high demand nationwide, and our team of industry-leading, traveler-favorite recruiters can get you where you want to go - personally and professionally. Wherever you may roam, travel healthcare helps you hone your skills and build an amazing resume.
When you work with Medical Solutions, we've got your back 100% - starting with your co-captain and sidekick, your trusty recruiter. In addition to providing the industry's best recruiters, we offer tons of high-paying jobs, clinical support, and incredible benefits, including:
A compensation package that reflects your goals!
Your very own friendly, hardworking recruiter
$1,000 unlimited referral bonus
401(k) with company contribution
Paid, private, pet-friendly housing
Licensure/certification reimbursement
Traveler discount program
Free employee assistance program (EAP)
Day-one medical, dental, and vision insurance
24/7 customer care
Voluntary insurance benefits
Equal employment opportunity
And more!
About Medical Solutions
At Medical Solutions we treat you as the unique individual you are, paying attention to your specific career path and personal needs. Just check out the mosaic of happy Travelers on our website. We look forward to putting a smile on your face and adding your skill and talent to our Travel Nurse workforce.
Hit the road with Medical Solutions and you'll experience the best service the travel nursing industry has to offer, plus the adventure, compensation, and excellent benefits you desire and deserve.
We offer temporary RN travel jobs to healthcare professionals at top facilities nationwide, along with paid, pet friendly housing, day-one medical insurance, referral bonuses, and tons of other great benefits and resources for travelers in a variety of RN specialties.
Climb aboard if you want to build your career, grow your skills, work against the nursing shortage in jobs where your help is most needed, and explore new locations while on assignment with one of the nation's top travel nurse companies.
Our awesome Recruiters realize the importance of both the journey and the destination, and while working with us we promise you'll have a lot of fun along the way, too!
Requirements
ACLS, BLS (AHA)
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PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Respiratory Therapist, Location:Berwyn, IL-60402
$1.8k weekly 3d ago
Respiratory Therapist, Part Time - NIGHTS
Generations at Regency
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
Part-time Description
RESPIRATORY THERAPISTS - Generations at Regency - Nights, 12 Hour Shifts
$44-$50.40** per hour! **
Generations at Regency, a Skilled Nursing facility at 6631 N. Milwaukee Ave., in Niles, IL, has Immediate Openings for Respiratory Therapists - Part Time or PRN Night Shift
PLUS
Part-Time RTs receive a sign on bonus of $5,000 paid @$2.40 per hour until $5,000 maximum is reached!
Positions Available:
Part Time Nights - 7a-7p(12 hour shift) -
Must Work at least
2 Weekend Days a Month
PRNs Must work 2 shifts per pay period and one weekend shift per month.
~ You will be Part of a Team of 3 Respiratory Therapists Per Shift ~
PLUS -
Get Paid
F A S T!
~
On Demand! (Conditions apply)
**$50.40
ph is Part Time, '
No Benefits'
rate of $46 ph + $2.40 ph Sign on Bonus + $2.00 ph Night Shift Differential.
Actual rate depends upon whether Part time benefits selected.
Requirements
of the Respiratory Therapist:
License from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program in Illinois
Experience in a skilled nursing facility highly desirable but not required
Must be tolerant, compassionate, and understanding of older adults
Generations at Regency is a Premier skilled-nursing community in Niles, Illinois, located on the banks of the Chicago River. We provide a home-like setting plus concierge-level services and amenities for seniors in need of long-term care or short-term rehabilitation. Learn more about our facility at ***************************
“Generations - Our Family Caring for Your Family for Generations to Come”
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Salary Description up to $50.40 ph
$44-50.4 hourly 60d+ ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT
Pulse Clinical Alliance
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
Pulse Clinical Alliance is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Hinsdale, IL.
Job Details:
Contract: 6 weeks
Pay Rate: $50/hr
Shift: Days & Nights - 36hrs/week - Every other weekend - Float requirement between Hinsdale and Chicago facility
Experience: 2 years
Requirements:
RRT license
Covid vaccinated
Pulse Clinical Alliance is seeking an experienced candidate for this travel or contract opportunity. Apply now to join Pulse's growing team of healthcare professionals!
Pulse Clinical Alliance Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Extension opportunities
Onboarding Bonuses
Healthcare is an ever-changing landscape and the professionals at Pulse Clinical are ready to navigate those changes to benefit our employees and contractors seeking meaningful employment in the healthcare industry. We provide great support services, benefits, and highly competitive pay!
$50 hourly 60d+ ago
Respiratory Therapist - Contract
Wematchwell
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
Matchwell is hiring Respiratory Therapists (RTs) for one of our Acute Care partners in Chicago, IL! See below for more details. Salary Range: Up to $48/HR
Schedule: Contract
Current and active RT License
2 years of acute care experience (LTAC, Progressive Care, Step-down, Med-surg or ICU)
Current Tuberculosis screening
Current ACLS, BLS certifications
Hepatitis B, Influenza and COVID vaccinations or approved exemptions
Latex Allergy Screening
Background and Drug Screening
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Evaluate patient and recommend appropriate treatment plan
Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions
Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes
Promote continuous quality improvement
Teach and counsel patients/families
Benefits Offered:
Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance offered
Telemedicine benefits
Dedicated recruiter committed to your success
$500 unlimited referral bonus
$600 for 600 hours worked unlimited loyalty bonus
Equal employment opportunity
401K Offered
What do you need to do next?
Please use the following link to sign up to the Matchwell site and apply directly to the opening: CLICK HERE
About Matchwell: Matchwell is a state-of-the-art platform for booking assignments, tracking timesheets, and organizing your credentials. We give you access to select the facilities you want to work at and the schedules that work for you. Your free account gives you access to various job openings with transparent shift details, pay scale/differentials, and much more!
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$48 hourly 60d+ ago
Respiratory Therapist, RRT - Full-time Days
Scionhealth
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.
Job Summary
* Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, patient assessment, understanding ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, understanding blood work results, monitoring, teaching, and training.
Essential Functions
* Competent delivery of Respiratory Care procedures in all areas of the hospital as outlined in the Respiratory Care policies, procedures and protocols
* Maintain accurate and complete documentation and charge capture of all Respiratory Care procedures Develop, document and maintain respiratory care elements of the patient plan of care
* Verify and initiate all physician orders for Respiratory Care
* Demonstrate competency and working knowledge of all Respiratory Care instruments and equipment
* Perform troubleshooting, problem resolution and proper disinfection/sterilization
* Initiate, monitor and maintain oxygen/aerosol delivery devices and non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation devices
* Perform effective airway management including oral/nasal airway placement, bag/mask ventilation, intubation and/or intubation assistance, emergent and scheduled tracheostomy tube changes
* Demonstrate safe and appropriate suction techniques and use of artificial airways
* Initiate and perform 'CPR'
* Perform tracheostomy, endotracheal tube and oral care
* Implement one way speaking valve trials per physician order
* Assist physician with diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures
* Complete initial and ongoing decannulation risk assessments with appropriate interventions and documentation
* Perform and document timely Spontaneous Breathing Trial assessments for weaning readiness
* Initiate and advance mechanical ventilator weaning per protocol
* Actively participate in the multidisciplinary early patient mobility program
* Perform pulse oximetry and carbon dioxide gas monitoring
* Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and analysis
* Perform and document ongoing ABG analyzer quality control and maintenance as required
* Perform and document patient and family teaching/education
* Provide and receive accurate and complete patient handoff reports
* Participate in department/hospital in-services, meetings, and patient care rounds
* Notify immediate supervisor of changes in workload and patient acuity
* Provide timely and accurate updates to healthcare team members and make recommendations for modification to patient therapy as clinically indicated
* Assist in orientation and training of new employees/ students, and precept new employees during orientation
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
* Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations
* Utilize appropriate interpersonal communication skills when interacting with all healthcare team members, patients, and their families
* Understands principles of lifespan growth and development with the ability to provide care appropriate for the adult and geriatric patient population
* Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
* Must have good and regular attendance
* Must read, write and speak fluent English
* Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
* Performs other related duties as assigned
Salary Range: $32.00 - $48.00/Hour
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
Qualifications
Education
* Respiratory Therapy education as required for attainment of credentialling by the National Board for Respiratory Care
Licenses/Certifications
* Current Respiratory Therapy license from the appropriate state licensing body
* Current Certified, Registered Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) credential or a Texas Respiratory Care `Practitioner Certification in compliance with the National Board for Respiratory Care Credential Maintenance Program (CMP)
* Current BLS and ACLS certifications
Experience
* 1 year experience preferred
$32-48 hourly 4d ago
Respiratory Care Practitioner, RRT
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago 4.3
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
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Location
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Job Description
#1 For a Reason:
At Lurie Children's we understand that caring for kids takes more than medicine. From diagnosis through treatment, it requires compassion and understanding that kids do best when they get to be kids. With a team of world-renowned pediatric experts and kid-friendly care, there's a reason we're ranked the #1 children's hospital in Illinois, nationally ranked in all 11 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report, and home to one of fewer than 100 programs in the nation for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), a highly sophisticated mechanical heart/lung support system.
As a Respiratory Care Practitioner at Lurie Children's, you will be at the heart of our pediatric care team, making a difference everyday by providing top-quality and compassionate respiratory care services for the safe and effective care of neonatal, pediatric, and adolescent patients.
Copy the link below into your browser to watch a brief, heartwarming video of our RTs: ************************************************
Respiratory Care Practitioners:
Perform respiratory care according to policies, procedures, and protocols of Lurie Children's.
Perform patient assessment and analyze laboratory and diagnostic data to assist in patient plan of care.
Institute, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory care equipment including but not limited to mechanical ventilation, high frequency ventilation, oxygen delivery devices, aerosol delivery devices.
Provide airway care, administer inhaled medications, perform airway clearance, bronchial hygiene, and lung expansion therapy.
Initiate, monitor, and maintain therapeutic gases including heliox, nitric oxide, oxygen and nitrogen.
Evaluate the patient's progress through continuous observation and assessment of responses to interventions, treatments, and therapies and recommends revision in the care plan according to changes in patient needs.
Demonstrate knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization as required.
Informed and up to date in respiratory care by utilizing current respiratory and healthcare literature for information and problem solving.
Communicate with the family and members of the multidisciplinary team to identify health care needs.
Anticipate impending emergent situations and intervenes effectively.
Units We Support:
Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU)-
64 single bed unit, committed to providing top-quality care using the most recent advancements in equipment and techniques, with specialized attention to pulmonary issues, critical care, and other specialty needs.
Access to the latest interventions and treatments including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), specialty ventilation techniques, and transplant services .
Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)-
Level IV facility
One of the top programs in the state/region
Specializes in Neurocritical care for infants with neurological problems, severe respiratory issues, lung disease, birth defects and other genetic disorders, and surgical intervention for complex surgical problems.
Cardiac Care Unit (CCU)-
High Tech, state-of-the-art, 48-bed unit, devoted to the care of young patients with cardiac disease.
Positions we are hiring for:
FT 36 hour: Night shift, 7p-7a,12-hour shifts
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of a Center on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program in respiratory care. Minimal requirement: Associate Degree.
Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Illinois, active and in good standing.
Active CRT (certified respiratory therapist) Credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC.)
Basic Life Support Certification from American Heart Association.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff.
Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills, accepting of change, demonstrate adaptability.
Must possess the skills and judgement necessary to implement medical plan of care, clinical interventions and procedures as needed for the patient.
Required within 90 days of hire:
Active RRT (registered respiratory therapist) certification from National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC.)
Required within 1 year of hire:
PALS/ NRP/ ACLS certificate.
Preferred Qualifications:
Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) credential by the NBRC.
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Respiratory Care or a biological science.
Previous neonatal and pediatric critical care experience.
What we offer you:
In addition to competitive pay and benefits, there are numerous opportunities for advancement as well as continuing education, grand rounds, free e-learnings, on site master's degree programs, scholarship programs, BCEN voucher programs, conference reimbursement and more! You tell us where you want to be in your career, and we will help you get there!
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Education
Associate's Degree: Respiratory Therapy (Required)
Pay Range
$37.00-$60.50 Hourly
At Lurie Children's, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children's offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities
Discount purchasing program
There's a Place for You with Us
At Lurie Children's, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints - recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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$37-60.5 hourly Auto-Apply 7d ago
Therapy - Respiratory Therapist
Advocate Condell Medical Center 3.8
Respiratory therapist job in Libertyville, IL
A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a licensed healthcare professional who specializes in the assessment, treatment, and care of patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. Respiratory therapists work with individuals of all ages, providing care to those with conditions such as asthma, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), sleep apnea, and those requiring life support or mechanical ventilation. They use a variety of techniques and equipment to manage and improve respiratory function.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment and Evaluation:
Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with respiratory or cardiopulmonary conditions, including reviewing medical history and performing physical exams.
Assess lung function, breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and other vital signs through non-invasive and invasive diagnostic procedures.
Analyze test results, including pulmonary function tests (PFTs), arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, chest X-rays, and sleep studies.
Developing and Implementing Treatment Plans:
Collaborate with physicians to develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients with respiratory issues.
Adjust and monitor ventilation settings for patients requiring mechanical ventilation or non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (e.g., CPAP, BiPAP).
Administer respiratory therapy treatments, including oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, pulmonary rehabilitation, and airway clearance techniques.
Administering Respiratory Treatments:
Provide oxygen therapy via nasal cannulas, masks, or mechanical ventilators for patients with respiratory distress or low oxygen levels.
Perform aerosol therapy to deliver medication directly to the lungs via inhalers, nebulizers, or other devices.
Administer incentive spirometry to improve lung function and encourage deep breathing after surgery or illness.
Provide airway management, including suctioning, endotracheal intubation, and assisting with tracheostomy care.
Monitoring and Evaluating Patient Progress:
Continuously monitor the effectiveness of respiratory treatments and adjust therapy as necessary based on patient responses.
Assess patients for signs of respiratory distress and intervene promptly when complications arise.
Track and document patient progress, ensuring treatments are tailored to the patient's evolving needs.
Emergency Response and Critical Care:
Provide emergency respiratory care to patients experiencing respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, or other life-threatening situations.
Administer resuscitation techniques, such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management, in emergency situations.
Assist with intubation, mechanical ventilation, and weaning from life support when necessary.
Patient Education and Support:
Educate patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment, medications, and techniques for managing respiratory conditions at home.
Provide guidance on lifestyle changes to improve lung health, such as quitting smoking, controlling asthma triggers, and managing chronic respiratory diseases.
Offer instruction on pulmonary rehabilitation exercises to strengthen lung capacity and improve overall physical health.
Collaboration with Healthcare Team:
Work closely with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop a holistic care plan for respiratory patients.
Attend multidisciplinary care meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment goals, and necessary adjustments.
Communicate effectively with patients and their families, ensuring they understand treatment plans and ongoing care needs.
Documentation and Record Keeping:
Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, and progress in accordance with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA).
Ensure proper documentation for insurance billing, treatment plans, and patient updates.
Record patient responses to treatments, including vital signs, oxygen saturation, and any adverse reactions or complications.
Equipment Management:
Set up and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, such as mechanical ventilators, nebulizers, and oxygen delivery devices.
Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly calibrated, clean, and functioning according to safety standards.
Perform troubleshooting and minor repairs on respiratory equipment as needed.
Professional Development and Continuing Education:
Participate in continuing education opportunities to stay current with new techniques, equipment, and best practices in respiratory therapy.
Obtain and maintain certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
Stay updated on new advancements in respiratory care, including new technologies, medications, and treatment protocols.
$53k-80k yearly est. 4d ago
Travel ALLIED-Respiratory Therapist in Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Voyage Health 3.4
Respiratory therapist job in Hoffman Estates, IL
Job Description
Looking to level up your career and boost your income? At Voyage Healthcare, we help connect nurses, therapists, and allied health pros with high-paying travel jobs at top-rated facilities across the U.S. With thousands of openings nationwide, you can earn up to $3,500+ per week (depending on your specialty, location, housing, and benefits)-all while making a real impact on the communities that need you most. Let your next adventure start with us!
Position: ALLIED-Respiratory Therapist (Travel/Contract)
We're hiring experienced ALLIED-Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week contract in Hoffman Estates, Illinois - earn up to ($1944 - $2047 per week) while providing essential care at a leading facility. Most candidates will need to have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty.
Apply & Call us today at ************ for details on this opportunity.
Position Details
Specialty: ALLIED-Respiratory Therapist
Location: Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Pay: $1944 - $2047 per week
Shift: 3x12 Nights
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 13-week
$1.9k-2k weekly 18d ago
Respiratory Therapist
Community First Medical Center 3.9
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
Full-time Description
This opportunity is for full time 7pm-7:30am
3K Hire On Bonus
Provides Respiratory Care modalities to patients as ordered by physicians, including but not limited to the administration of respiratory related medications, oxygen and humidity therapies, airway clearance therapy, invasive and non-invasive ventilation, according to established policy and procedure and based on accepted national standards, practices and regulatory requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Administers various respiratory care modalities as ordered by physicians.
Develops, administers, evaluates, and modifies plan of care using evidence-based medicine protocols.
Performs and interprets blood gases, analyzing invasive and non-invasive ventilation and clinical data.
Assists in bedside procedures such as bronchoscopy, intubation, tracheotomy, and thoracic procedures.
Ensures proper selection, assembly, use, and cleaning or disposal of equipment and/or supplies.
Communicates effectively with physicians and other providers regarding evaluation of need.
Recognizes and responds to modality-related complications and communicates as such with team members.
Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
Responds timely and appropriately in emergency procedures.
Documents accurately and timely, and maintains departmental records.
Assists in orientation of newly hired employees and students.
Integrates patient safety principles into all aspects of care. Monitors and evaluates patient
Community First Medical Center offers benefits to all its full-time and part-time employees:
United Healthcare Medical PPO/HMO/HSA Plans| Met Life Dental |Met Life Vision| Premium Holiday Pay | Paid Time Off | Separate Sick Bank |Company Paid Short-term Disability | Company Paid Life Insurance | 401(k) | Free Parking |
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
Education and/or Experience
Associate's degree or equivalent required
NBRC credentialed CRT, RRT, or Registry Eligible
BLS and IL state license required.
Community First Medical Center is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who is committed to cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion within all aspects of our organizations. We stand against and prohibit discrimination in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Salary Description 37.00-45.00
$59k-71k yearly est. 11d ago
Respiratory Therapist
Insight Hospital & Medical Center
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
WE ARE INSIGHT: At Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago, we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare while achieving health equity. Our Chicago location looks forward to working closely with our neighbors and residents, to build a full-service community hospital in the Bronzeville area of Chicago; creating a comprehensive plan to increase services and meet community needs. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world-class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to deliver the most compassionate, loving, expert, and impactful care in the world to our patients. Be a part of the Insight Chicago team that provides PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE! If you would like to be a part of our future team, please apply now!
Job Description:
Respiratory Therapist Qualifications / Skills:
Bedside manner
Physiological knowledge
Infection control
* Restores patient's pulmonary function, alleviates pain, and supports life by planning and administering medically prescribed respiratory therapy.
* Meets patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by conducting pulmonary function tests, assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results, and determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians and by prescription.
* Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and supports life by administering inhalants, operating mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
* Administers respiratory therapy treatments by performing bronchopulmonary drainage, assisting with breathing exercises, and monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
* Directs treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.
* Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress and recommending adjustments and modifications.
* Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care conferences.
* Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs.
* Recommends and/or provides assistive equipment and outpatient or home health follow-up programs.
* Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
* Maintains patient confidence and protects hospital operations by keeping information confidential.
* Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
* Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
* Develops respiratory therapy staff by providing information and developing and conducting in-service training programs.
* Complies with federal, state, and local legal and certification requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed action
Health promotion and maintenance
* Creating a safe, effective environment
* Informing others
* Verbal communication
* Medical teamwork
* Judgment
* Procedural skills
* People skills
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
* Associate's degree with major in Respiratory Therapy
* Six months of experience within in the last two years or completion of a clinical rotation within the last year in critical care/intensive care environment, to include care of respiratory needs of acutely ill patients
* Valid state Respiratory Therapist license (must meet education requirement(s) for state licensure)
* Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) (must obtain within 3 months of hire)
* Certified Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
* Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
Benefits:
* Paid Sick Time - effective 90 days after employment
* Paid Vacation Time - effective 90 days after employment
* Health, vision & dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month
* Short and long-term disability and basic life insurance - after 30 days of employment
These duties are to be performed in a highly confidential manner, following the mission, values, and behaviors of Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Employees are further expected to provide a high quality of care, service, and kindness toward all patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and guests.
Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!
$41k-74k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Respiratory Therapist - General
Critical Illness and Rehab Rush Specialty Hospital
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
RSC Healthcare is currently seeking General Respiratory Therapist for positions in , . The ideal candidate will possess a current license. This is a 12H Nights, 19:00:00-07:00:00, 12.00-3 position in the specialty unit. Respiratory Therapist License and have at least 2 years of recent General experience as a Respiratory Therapist in the U.S.
Requirements
Current Resume
Clinical License and Specialty Certifications mandated by State
Current BLS from the American Heart Association
2 current clinical references
Must be able to pass background check
Physical (within 12 months)
TB skin test (within 12 months)
Titers - MMR/Hep B/Varicella
Respiratory Fit Test (within 12 months)
Current - Tdap/Flu vaccinations
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive pay rates
Health Benefit package
Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
$41k-74k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Respiratory Therapist Contract
Rapid Nurse LLC
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
Job DescriptionBenefits:
bonus for extra shifts (when offered by facility)
Referral Bonus
Opportunity for Overtime
Contract Completion Bonus
Competitive salary
Respiratory Therapist (RT) $50/hr | Up to $3,500/Week!
Acute & Long-Term Care | Night Shifts | Day Shifts | Clinician-Focused Agency
Why Join Us?
Were a clinician-focused agency that truly values our staff! Founded by healthcare professionals, for healthcare professionals, we prioritize your well-being, fair compensation, and job satisfaction. You deserve to work for a company that appreciates your dedication and supports your career growth.
Earn $50/hr with plenty of overtime opportunities!
Higher pay for contract extensionswe work to increase your rate when facilities want to keep you!
This facility has a history of offering additional bonuses for picking up extra shifts!
Completion Bonus for fulfilling contract commitments!
Referral Bonuses for bringing in another RT, RN, or CNA!
About the Role
We are seeking passionate and skilled Respiratory Therapists (RTs) to provide essential respiratory care in an extended recovery hospital setting. You'll play a critical role in helping medically complex and critically ill patients recover and breathe easier.
What You'll Do:
Administer oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and nebulized medications
Monitor and evaluate patient responses to therapy
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop care plans
Assist in emergency respiratory procedures and rapid response teams
Educate patients and families on respiratory treatments and equipment
Job Details:
Pay: $50 per hour + Overtime & Bonuses
Hours: 36+ per week
Job Type: Full-time, Contract, Temporary
Setting: Acute Care | Long-Term Care
Potential Weekly Pay Earnings (Base Rate: $50/hr)
3 shifts (36 hrs/week): $1,800
4 shifts (48 hrs/week, includes 8 hrs OT @ 1.5x):
Base Pay (40 hrs @ $50): $2,000
Overtime Pay (8 hrs @ $75): $600
Total Weekly Pay: $2,600
5 shifts (60 hrs/week, includes 20 hrs OT @ 1.5x):
Base Pay (40 hrs @ $50): $2,000
Overtime Pay (20 hrs @ $75): $1,500
Total Weekly Pay: $3,500
This facility regularly offers overtime and additional bonuses for picking up extra shifts!
What You Need:
Active Respiratory Therapist License (Required)
BLS Certification (Required)
At least 1 year of Respiratory Therapy Experience (Required)
Night Shift Availability (Required)
Perks & Bonuses:
Tuition Reimbursement Invest in your future!
Completion Bonus Earn extra for finishing your contract!
Referral Bonus Bring in another RT, RN, or CNA & get rewarded!
$41k-74k yearly est. 25d ago
Respiratory Therapist - Registry
Humboldt Park Health Careers
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
Performs all modalities of respiratory therapy, including manipulative diagnostic, therapeutic procedures, and maintains records for patients with abnormal respiratory conditions, all in accordance with established procedures.
Qualifications:
Administers, in accordance with standardized methods and safety practices, various therapy treatments such as therapeutic gases; humidification and aerosol therapy; breathing systems for monitoring environmental controls; breathing exercises, broncho-pulmonary drainage techniques to patients of all ages (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric).
Performs required diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using manual techniques or mechanical ventilators to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
Administers medications, as prescribed by attending physician, appropriate for respiratory therapy treatment.
Charts all medications and treatments given; notates patient's reactions; maintains departmental patient's records of diagnostic or therapy treatments, medications and schedules.
Attends and participates in emergency (code) situations and participates in on-going in-service programs.
Monitors patients on mechanical ventilation daily (ICU, NICU) changes, ventilation tubing per departmental protocol, consults with attending physicians regarding change in procedures, equipment, medications or therapeutic cases.
Makes frequent rounds to monitor patients on oxygen therapy, documenting at least once per shift.
Assists physicians/nurses with intubation, blood drawing, and other procedures, as needed.
Transcribes physician orders to therapy forms; consults and advises physicians concerning available therapy modes.
Checks records, supplies and stock daily; maintains clean/sterile equipment; checks working conditions or equipment to insure safe usage.
May participate in the clinical instruction of new respiratory practitioners and respiratory students, as assigned.
Participates in the Risk Management and Infection Control programs of the department and Hospital.
Qualifications:
Associates degree. Bachelor's degree preferred
IL Respiratory Therapist license is required
CRT or RRT Certification Required
CPR and ACLS required. NRP preferred
CRT or RRT certifications required
$41k-74k yearly est. 10d ago
Allied Health - Respiratory Therapist
Rush Specialty Hospital
Respiratory therapist job in Chicago, IL
Are you ready to take your Travel career to the next level? See places you have not seen before? Ventura's MedStaff tenured Recruiters are here to help you find your ideal contract; with over 50 years of combined experience. Markets have changed, but Ventura MedStaff has maintained a leader in the forefront of Therapy, Allied and Nursing opportunities. Our recruiters are here to help answer your questions and provide you with the most up to date information. Contracts run 8-13 weeks, with 36-40-hour guarantees, flexible start dates, and a mix of schedules. Contact one of our dedicated Recruiters to discuss more details.
Ventura MedStaff benefits represent the care and compassion we provide for our clients.
• Health, dental, vision, life, disability benefits and 401k
• Tax free stipends when applicable
• Gym discounts
• Weekly pay
• $750.00 referral bonus
Please apply or contract us at: *********************** or ************
$41k-74k yearly est. 5d ago
Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Pediatrics
Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation 4.6
Respiratory therapist job in Park Ridge, IL
Department:
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
36
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
(3) 12 hour shifts. Night Shift.
Pay Range
$35.50 - $53.25
***Sign-On Bonus Available - Up to $20,000***
***May be eligible for our Loan Forgiveness program - Up to $20,000***
***Relocation Bonus Available***
Location: Advocate Children's Hospital - 1675 Dempster St, Park Ridge
Shift: Night Shift
Summary: Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive respiratory care. The Respiratory therapist administers respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Using evidence-based practices, clinical decision making, and skilled communication, the therapist compassionately leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.
Location: Advocate Children's Hospital - 1675 Dempster St, Park Ridge
Shift: Night Shift
Summary: Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive respiratory care. The Respiratory therapist administers respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Using evidence-based practices, clinical decision making, and skilled communication, the therapist compassionately leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.
Major Responsibilities:
Uses Respiratory therapy processes to support assessment of patient utilizing a variety of skills such as pulmonary diagnostics, chest radiograph, hemodynamic values, laboratory values, and correlates blood gases and electrolytes. Can identify and address the special needs of patient population specific to department services.
Operates specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues. Assists physician with bedside or other procedures as applicable to facility.
Provides medication treatments and therapies per physician order and/or patient driven respiratory protocols as prescribed.
Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper functionality of equipment. Troubleshoots equipment as necessary and identifies the need for service and/or repair.
Educates and instructs patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management.
Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients.
Under physician direction, the respiratory therapist must be able to adapt and comply to policies and procedures for a variety of different service areas, perform tasks and/or special duties as required by assignment and maintain performance standards and organizational behaviors.
Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Provides clear, concise, timely, and accurate patient handoff.
Promotes a culture of safety by recognizing and applying proper safety measures to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.
Teaches, educates, and precepts new teammates, orientees, and students.
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.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 12 months OR active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential issued by the NBRC if credential received prior to January 1, 2023.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
See Education/Certification Addendum for any additional site-specific requirements.
Education Required:
Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree.
Experience Required:
No experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Effective organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Problem solving and decision making for patient care and equipment use.
Proficient computer skills, use of e-mail and electronic medical record systems.
Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members, and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others.
Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
Must be able to lift 50 lb object from knee to waist.
Must be able to lift 50 lb from floor to waist height occasionally.
Must be able to lift 40 lb at waist height and carry it across various distances.
Must be able to lift 20 lb from waist to overhead.
Must be able to push/pull while utilizing 30# of force occasionally for long distances.
Must demonstrate stand-pivot transfer from bed to chair.
Must perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs. person on a sheet across 2 feet with a second person.
Must utilize safe body mechanics at all times.
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
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.
How much does a respiratory therapist earn in Bolingbrook, IL?
The average respiratory therapist in Bolingbrook, IL earns between $32,000 and $95,000 annually. This compares to the national average respiratory therapist range of $33,000 to $91,000.
Average respiratory therapist salary in Bolingbrook, IL
$55,000
What are the biggest employers of Respiratory Therapists in Bolingbrook, IL?
The biggest employers of Respiratory Therapists in Bolingbrook, IL are: