Respiratory Therapist

2 days ago

Des Plaines, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

Estimated Salary: $41.35 per hour

We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois.

About the Role:

This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you will be responsible for providing comprehensive respiratory care to patients. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will administer respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Patient Assessment: Utilize pulmonary diagnostics, chest radiograph, hemodynamic values, laboratory values, and correlates blood gases and electrolytes to assess patient needs.
  • Equipment Operation: Operate specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues, assisting physicians with bedside or other procedures as applicable.
  • Medication Administration: Provide medication treatments and therapies per physician order and/or patient-driven respiratory protocols as prescribed.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Clean, maintain, and ensure proper functionality of equipment, troubleshooting issues as necessary.
  • Patient Education: Educate and instruct patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management.
  • Team Collaboration: Facilitate clinical problem-solving and collaborate with other departments to provide education on managing patients.
Required Skills and Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you must possess:

  • Effective Communication: Excellent communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Clinical Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of respiratory care principles and practices.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient computer skills, use of e-mail, and electronic medical record systems.
  • Licensure and Certification: Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license, Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.
Benefits:

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy:

  • Competitive Salary: $41.35 per hour.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
  • Professional Development Opportunities: Continuing education, training, and career advancement opportunities.

Join our team and become part of a dynamic organization dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing the field of respiratory therapy.

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