Pediatric Respiratory Therapist

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States The University of Chicago Medicine Full time
Job Title: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist

At The University of Chicago Medicine, we are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Pediatric Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a key member of our Respiratory Care Services team in the Pediatrics Department, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population and contribute to delivering world-class care.

**About the Role:**
We are looking for an experienced Respiratory Therapist who can administer respiratory care treatments, procedures, and protocols under the direct supervision of department leadership and physician. Your primary responsibility will be to provide patient assessment to determine cardiopulmonary status, implement appropriate patient care protocols, or to maintain/improve cardiopulmonary hemodynamic status. You will also remove supplemental oxygen/medical gas therapy; administer intermittent (Small Volume Nebulizer, MDI, etc.) or Continuous Medication delivery therapy (bronchodilators, steroid therapy, mucolytics, etc.) as prescribed or via established and approved department protocols. Additionally, you will implement airway clearance techniques (to include Chest Physiotherapy, coughing/deep breathing techniques, Therapy Vest, Flutter valve, ExPap device, Acapella device, & incentive spirometry) per physician order or under the guidelines of established and approved departmental patient care protocols. Initiates and maintains non-invasive ventilation (NIV) procedures (BIPAP, CPAP, High Flow Cannula) on an emergent and non-emergent basis.

**Requirements:**
An Associate's degree from an approved & accredited Respiratory Care Program is required. An active certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care and a current Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the State of Illinois or eligibility to obtain said license prior to start are also required. A Bachelor's degree or higher from an approved & accredited Respiratory Care Program is preferred. Per Diem, Registry (0.2 FTE) and Day Shift - 12-hours 'Requirement: four 12hr shifts per six week schedule' are the job type and shift details.

The estimated salary for this role is $60,000-$80,000 per year, depending on experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and committed to professional growth and development, we encourage you to apply.

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