Job Information
AdventHealth Lead Respiratory Therapist in Bolingbrook, Illinois
Our promise to you:
Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full time
Shift:
Night (United States of America)
Address:
500 REMINGTON BLVD
City:
BOLINGBROOK
State:
Illinois
Postal Code:
60440
Job Description:
Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures, maintains patient records, and selects, assembles, checks, and operates respiratory equipment.
Responds to various emergency codes, performing duties such as maintaining the airway, intubation, chest compressions, and ventilator setup.
Determines requirements for treatment, including type, method, duration of therapy, precautions, and medication dosages compatible with providers' orders.
Performs diagnostic testing per facility needs. Monitors patients' physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, consulting with providers if adverse reactions occur.
Educates patients and their families about their conditions and teaches disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. [Required]
• Additional languages preferred. [Preferred]
• Possess a broad Respiratory knowledge, leadership ability, accepts responsibility, exercises authority, and functions independently [Required]
• Demonstrated supervisory skills [Required]
• Good communication skills for interdepartmental relationships [Required]
Education:
• Associate's in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science [Required]
Field of Study:
• N/A
Work Experience:
• 3+ years experience in a hospital as an RRT [Required]
• 1+ years of critical care experience [Required]
Additional Information:
• N/A
Licenses and Certifications:
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) [Preferred]
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Preferred]
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem
Pay Range:
$31.03 - $57.72
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Category: Respiratory Services
Organization: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Night
Req ID: 151225401