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Respiratory Therapist

1 month ago

Palos Hills, Illinois, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time
Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Advocate Children's Hospital - Oak Lawn.

Shift: Night Shift, Hours: 36 hours per week

The respiratory therapist will provide comprehensive respiratory care to patients in the Neonatal ICU, Pediatric ICU, Pediatric Cardiac ICU, Pediatric General Floors, and Pediatric Emergency Department.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Use evidence-based practices, clinical decision making, and skilled communication to lead efforts in creating a safe patient environment and providing the best patient experience.
  • Operate specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues and assist physicians with bedside or other procedures as applicable.
  • Clean, maintain, and ensure proper functionality of equipment and troubleshoot as necessary.
  • Educate and instruct patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management.
  • Facilitate clinical problem solving and collaborate with other departments to provide education on managing patients.

Requirements:

  • 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 if received prior to January 1, 2023.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Education:

  • Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program with a minimum of an associate degree.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift 50 lb object from knee to waist.
  • Ability to lift 40 lb at waist height and carry it across various distances.
  • Ability to perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs person on a sheet across 2 feet with a second person.

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.