Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Position Summary :

The certified respiratory care practitioner is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patients’ respiratory status, plan of care. Care is provided in a compassionate, professional, ethical, and knowledgeable fashion that exemplifies the mission, vision and values of Rush Copley, and is in accordance with policies and procedures. The certified respiratory practitioner is expected to uphold the most ethical and safe processes while keeping the care of the patient as a top priority. The position works closely with the entire multidisciplinary team and must have a complete understanding of own limitations and, in turn, seek advice, judgment and support of others, when necessary.

Position Requirements :

• Current State of Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner license or license pending status in Illinois.
• Completion of CoARC approved program in Respiratory Care required.
• CPR required
• ACLS required within 6 months of employment.
• PALS required within 12 months of employment.
• NRP required for all staff working in NICU III within 6 months of employment
• CPFT / RPFT required if working in pulmonary function lab within 12 months of hire.

RUSH salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects RUSH’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Benefits can be found here.