Respiratory Therapist (rt) - Per Diem

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Barrington, IL, USA
Base: $35.50 - $53.25 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Operate specialized ventilators
Administer medication treatments per physician order
Use pulmonary diagnostics and blood gas analysis
The Respiratory Therapist compassionately leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum

Job Summary

  • The Respiratory Therapist compassionately leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including competitive compensation, benefits, retirement plans, and career development programs.
  • Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation and value-based care, employing 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations.

Matching Summary

The Respiratory Therapist compassionately leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

Salary

Base: $35.50 - $53.25 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operate specialized ventilators
  • Administer medication treatments per physician order
  • Use pulmonary diagnostics and blood gas analysis
  • Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment
  • Provide patient education on therapy and disease management
  • Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork
  • Lift and transfer patients safely

Nice-to-have

  • Problem solving and decision making skills
  • Proficient computer and EMR system use
  • Time management and multitasking abilities
  • Human relation and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Promote culture of safety

Key Requirements

  • Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Graduate from accredited respiratory care program
  • No experience required

Work Rights

Not specified

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