Respiratory Therapist

7 days ago

Des Plaines, Illinois, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Des Plaines, Illinois. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated healthcare professional to provide high-quality patient care and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients.

About the Role

The Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for providing comprehensive respiratory care to patients in critical and non-critical care settings. This includes administering respiratory therapy processes, operating specialized ventilators, and providing medication treatments and therapies as prescribed by physicians.

The ideal candidate will have effective organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, as well as proficiency in computer skills and electronic medical record systems. They will also demonstrate excellent communication, listening, and human relation skills, with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive relationships with patients, team members, and physicians.

Responsibilities
  • Administer respiratory therapy processes to support patient assessment and management
  • Operate specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues
  • Provide medication treatments and therapies per physician order and/or patient-driven respiratory protocols
  • Clean, maintain, and ensure proper functionality of equipment
  • 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
  • Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree
  • 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)
Benefits
  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Pet insurance
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Discount program

This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary range of $31.10-$46.60 per hour, depending on experience. In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including shift differentials, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

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