Respiratory Therapist

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

Join Advocate Aurora Health, a leading healthcare provider, as a Respiratory Therapist in our critical care department. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

About the Role:

  • We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team, with a strong focus on providing comprehensive respiratory care to critically ill patients.
  • Your primary responsibility will be to administer respiratory therapy procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
  • You will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to create a safe and supportive environment for patients and their families.

Responsibilities:

  • Respiratory Therapy Processes:
    • You will use respiratory therapy processes to support patient assessment, including pulmonary diagnostics, chest radiograph, hemodynamic values, laboratory values, and correlates blood gases and electrolytes.
  • Equipment Operations:
    • You will operate specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues, ensuring that equipment is properly maintained and functional at all times.
  • Patient Education:
    • You will educate and instruct patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management, promoting patient empowerment and autonomy.
  • Team Collaboration:
    • You will facilitate clinical problem-solving and collaborate with other departments to provide education on managing patients, promoting a culture of safety and excellence.

Requirements:

  • A Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state in which you practice.
  • An active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 12 months or an active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential if obtained prior to January 1, 2023.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
  • A graduate degree from an accredited respiratory care program with a minimum of an associate degree.
  • Effective organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, along with proficient computer skills and excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.

Salary Information:

The estimated salary for this role is $65,000-$80,000 per year, based on your qualifications and experience. Please note that this figure is subject to change and may vary depending on factors such as location, education, and certifications.



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