Respiratory Therapist (rt) - Pediatrics

Advocate Health

Park Ridge, IL, USA
Base: $35.50 - $53.25 ph; bonus/equity: sign-on bo...
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Administer respiratory care procedures
Operate specialized ventilators
Provide medication treatments per physician order
Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for night shifts at Advocate Children's Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. The role involves providing comprehensive respiratory care, utilizing evidence-based practices, and ensuring the safety and well-being of pediatric patients

Job Summary

  • Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive respiratory care using evidence-based practices and clinical decision making to ensure the safest patient environment and best patient experience.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including competitive compensation, benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs.
  • The position includes a sign-on bonus up to $20,000, potential loan forgiveness up to $20,000, and a relocation bonus.

Matching Summary

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Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Pediatric Respiratory Therapist for night shifts at Advocate Children's Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. The role involves providing comprehensive respiratory care, utilizing evidence-based practices, and ensuring the safety and well-being of pediatric patients.

Salary

Base: $35.50 - $53.25 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Sign-On Bonus up to $20,000; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer respiratory care procedures
  • Operate specialized ventilators
  • Provide medication treatments per physician order
  • Use electronic medical record systems
  • Perform patient safety measures
  • Lift and transfer patients safely

Nice-to-have

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving and decision making
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
  • Time management and multitasking
  • Teach and precept new teammates

Key Requirements

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

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