Respiratory Therapist - Evenings

Hourly Pay Range :

$33.16 - $49.74 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights :

Sign on bonus : $20,000 available for full time, night shift

Position : Respiratory Therapist CRTT or RRT

Location : Chicago, IL

Full time

Hours : 8 and 12-hour shifts available with rotating weekends

Required Travel : None

Brief summary :

Plans, performs and documents procedures associated with the provision of respiratory care.

What you will do :

Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Covenant Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital.

Conducts respiratory care assessment of the patient, creates a plan of action based on approved guidelines and / or protocols, communicates with the appropriate nurse and physician and then implements a respiration care program for the patient.

Documents all respiratory care related procedures in a concise and complete manner.

Assembles, installs, maintains and adjusts ventilatory equipment based on patient status.

Participates in invasive and non-invasive cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures.

Participates as a member of the Code Blue Team.

Supervises other RT's (up to five) when acting as Charge Tech.

Completes other related assignments as directed by department management.

What you will need :

High school graduate or equivalent plus successful completion of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program

Minimum of six months previous experience as a RT

Must be able to function effectively in the patient care environment, to demonstrate sound communication style in both speaking and writing and to make independent judgement based on established priorities and guidelines. Computer literacy is necessary

CRT and licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in state of IL.

Benefits :

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities