Respiratory Therapist Extern Job at Advocate Health Care (Park Ridge)

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist position at Brigham & Women's Hospital, responsible for as...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

41.81 - 70.00 USD / Hour

American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A.S. in Respiratory Therapy
One-year clinical training (or the equivalent)
Currently licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Registration (RRT) by the N.B.R.C. within six (6) months of hire
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, nurses and other allied health care members
Must possess strong patient assessment skills
Must possess professional and technical skills to act as a staff therapist
Must demonstrate ability to motivate and direct professional and technical staff

Job Responsibility

Assessing, planning, organizing and administering Respiratory Care procedures in accordance with physician's treatment plan including mechanical ventilation and airway care
respiratory treatment
emergency respiratory maneuvers
transport and maintenance of critically ill patients for special tests and procedures
Performs and interprets tests and procedures to assess and manage patient care
Attends and participates in hospital educational programs and patient care rounds
Precepts college students/interns from respiratory care programs
Provides professional Respiratory Care including initiation and maintenance of mechanical ventilation, assist with insertion, stabilization and maintenance of artificial airways, and administration of Respiratory Care modalities
Responds to respiratory emergencies (including cardiopulmonary resuscitations), establishes and maintains patient airway
Transports and maintains mechanically ventilated patients

What we offer

$15,000 sign-on bonus

Fulltime

Respiratory Therapy Extern - Pediatrics

Serves as a bridge to augment the growth of the respiratory student, as they tra...

Location

United States , Oak Lawn

Salary:

19.45 - 29.20 USD / Hour

Advocate Aurora Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Respiratory Therapy
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Wisconsin externs: Must transition into graduate respiratory therapist position immediately
Illinois externs: The status of an extern shall not exceed 3 years from date of enrollment in an approved program
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills plus ability to function independently

Job Responsibility

Under the observation of a licensed respiratory therapist, may perform routine and basic level respiratory therapy procedures including oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, aerosol therapy and incentive spirometry
Organizes and maintains supply of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies as needed by department specific standards
Collects equipment from all the areas of the hospital and cleans and reassembles equipment according to proper procedure observing standard precautions
Processes disposable/non-disposable equipment based on infection prevention guidelines
Completes annual hospital competencies
Learns new equipment/supplies, procedures, and processes as needed to perform their job as appropriate
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique (if applicable)
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Parttime

Registered Respiratory Therapist

In addition to RRT1: An individual who demonstrates respiratory clinical skills ...

Location

United States , Boynton Beach

Salary:

33.09 - 45.64 USD / Hour

Baptist Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School, Cert, GED, Trn, Exper
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certification
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support
Active Registered Respiratory Therapist License in the State of Florida
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Card/ CPR Card
ACLS, PALS, NRP required per department standards

Job Responsibility

Demonstrate respiratory clinical skills and knowledge in the management of all types of patients (adult/pediatric)
Provide leadership and support to maintain working relationships with internal and / or external customers
Constant evaluation and monitoring of services to assure quality care to the patient
Participate in hospital wide committees and respiratory care throughout Baptist Health and effectively communicate with all team members

What we offer

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $25,000

Fulltime

Respiratory Care Practitioner

As our Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will competently provide essential res...

Location

United States , Bakersfield

Salary:

52.35 USD / Hour

American Nursing Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

One year clinical experience working as a licensed respiratory therapist in an acute care setting
Experience must include emergency department, adult, pediatric, neonatal and general respiratory care
Respiratory Care Practitioner: CA, upon hire
Registered Respiratory Therapist, upon hire
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, upon hire
Neonatal Resuscitation Program, upon hire

Job Responsibility

Competently provide essential respiratory care for neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
Perform arterial punctures, continuous ventilation, airway maintenance, emergency care, infection control, isolation procedures, mechanical ventilator operation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and medical gas administration
Provide expertise in care to all areas of the hospital and all patient populations on an independent level
Functions as a resource for both internal and external customers in all aspects of Respiratory Care
Performs advanced duties of Respiratory Care as outlined in the American Association of Respiratory Care's Clinical Practice Guidelines
Respond to emergency call throughout the hospital and perform emergency respiratory care procedures
Provide basic and advanced life support measures to all patient populations concentrating on area of expertise: Airway and Ventilation
Performs electrocardiograph testing and related procedures
Performs EKG testing to all patient populations and have basic knowledge to determine discrepancies in machine interpretations

What we offer

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings

Parttime

Respiratory Care Practitioner

As our Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will competently provide essential res...

Location

United States , Bakersfield

Salary:

52.35 USD / Hour

American Nursing Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

One year clinical experience working as a licensed respiratory therapist in an acute care setting
Experience must include emergency department, adult, pediatric, neonatal and general respiratory care
Respiratory Care Practitioner: CA, upon hire
Registered Respiratory Therapist, upon hire
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, upon hire
Neonatal Resuscitation Program, upon hire

Job Responsibility

Competently provide essential respiratory care for neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
Perform arterial punctures, continuous ventilation, airway maintenance, emergency care, infection control, isolation procedures, mechanical ventilator operation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and medical gas administration
Provide expertise in care to all areas of the hospital and all patient populations on an independent level
Functions as a resource for both internal and external customers in all aspects of Respiratory Care
Perform advanced duties of Respiratory Care as outlined in the American Association of Respiratory Care's Clinical Practice Guidelines
Respond to emergency call throughout the hospital and perform emergency respiratory care procedures in accordance with departmental guidelines
Provide basic and advanced life support measures to all patient populations concentrating on area of expertise: Airway and Ventilation
Perform electrocardiograph testing and related procedures
Perform EKG testing to all patient populations and have basic knowledge to determine discrepancies in machine interpretations

What we offer

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings

Respiratory Care Practitioner

As our Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will competently provide essential res...

Location

United States , Bakersfield

Salary:

52.35 USD / Hour

American Nursing Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

One year clinical experience working as a licensed respiratory therapist in an acute care setting
Experience must include emergency department, adult, pediatric, neonatal and general respiratory care
Respiratory Care Practitioner: CA, upon hire
Registered Respiratory Therapist, upon hire
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, upon hire
Neonatal Resuscitation Program, upon hire

Job Responsibility

Competently provide essential respiratory care for neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
Perform arterial punctures, continuous ventilation, airway maintenance, emergency care, infection control, isolation procedures, mechanical ventilator operation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and medical gas administration
Provide expertise in care to all areas of the hospital and all patient populations on an independent level
Functions as a resource for both internal and external customers in all aspects of Respiratory Care
Perform advanced duties of Respiratory Care as outlined in the American Association of Respiratory Care's Clinical Practice Guidelines
Respond to emergency call throughout the hospital and perform emergency respiratory care procedures in accordance with departmental guidelines
Provide basic and advanced life support measures to all patient populations concentrating on area of expertise: Airway and Ventilation
Perform electrocardiograph testing and related procedures
Perform EKG testing to all patient populations and have basic knowledge to determine discrepancies in machine interpretations

What we offer

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings

Parttime

Respiratory Therapist

Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing and administering Respiratory Ca...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

41.81 - 70.00 USD / Hour

American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A.S. in Respiratory Therapy
One-year clinical training (or the equivalent)
Currently licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Registration (RRT) by the N.B.R.C. within six (6) months of hire
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, nurses and other allied health care members
Must possess strong patient assessment skills
Must possess professional and technical skills to act as a staff therapist
Must demonstrate ability to motivate and direct professional and technical staff

Job Responsibility

Assessing, planning, organizing and administering Respiratory Care procedures in accordance with physician's treatment plan including mechanical ventilation and airway care
respiratory treatment
emergency respiratory maneuvers
transport and maintenance of critically ill patients for special tests and procedures
Performs and interprets tests and procedures to assess and manage patient care in accordance with physician
Attends and participates in hospital educational programs and patient care rounds
Precepts college students/interns from respiratory care programs
Provides professional Respiratory Care including initiation and maintenance of mechanical ventilation, assist with insertion, stabilization and maintenance of artificial airways, and administration of Respiratory Care modalities
Responds to respiratory emergencies (including cardiopulmonary resuscitations), establishes and maintains patient airway
Transports and maintains mechanically ventilated patients

What we offer

$15,000 sign-on bonus

Fulltime

New

Respiratory Therapy Extern

Serves as a bridge to augment the growth of the respiratory student, as they tra...

Location

United States , Elgin

Salary:

19.80 - 29.70 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Respiratory Therapy
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills plus ability to function independently
Must be able to walk, stand, squat, reach above the shoulders and sit throughout the workday
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. over the head
Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance
Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force

Job Responsibility

Under the observation of a licensed respiratory therapist, may perform routine and basic level respiratory therapy procedures including oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, aerosol therapy and incentive spirometry
Organizes and maintains supply of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies as needed by department specific standards
Collects equipment from all the areas of the hospital and cleans and reassembles equipment according to proper procedure observing standard precautions
Processes disposable/non-disposable equipment based on infection prevention guidelines
Completes annual hospital competencies
Learns new equipment/supplies, procedures, and processes as needed to perform their job as appropriate
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions

Parttime

Respiratory Therapist Extern

Advocate Health Care

Location:
United States , Park Ridge

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 06, 2026

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