Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Pediatrics, FT 36 hours - Nights

Join UChicago Medicine as a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist – Nights, $20K Bonus in Chicago, Illinois.

Key Responsibilities

• Administers supplemental oxygen/medical gas therapy; as prescribed by direct physician order or via established and approved departmental patient care protocols; documents such procedures appropriately and accurately into the EPIC electronic medical record.).

• Administers intermittent (Small Volume Nebulizer, MDI, etc.) or Continuous.

• Administers bronchopulmonary hygiene, suctioning, & airway care procedures.

• Implements airway clearance techniques (to include Chest Physiotherapy, coughing/deep breathing techniques, Therapy Vest, Flutter valve, ExPap device,.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved and accredited Respiratory Care Program (at least two years in duration).

• Diploma or Certificate of Completion and Associate’s Degree from an accredited academic body.

• Demonstrates effective and accurate communication and documentation skills (both verbal and written communications).

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by The National Board for Respiratory.

Benefits & Compensation

• Pay rate: $40.77 - $47.55/hour.

• Signing bonus: $20,000.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time position.

• Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers a signing bonus, student loan benefits. Work with UChicago Medicine in Chicago, Illinois.