Respiratory Therapist Jobs

Respiratory Therapist

Advocate Aurora Health

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

34.90 - 52.35 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive respiratory care. The Respiratory therapist administers respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Using evidence-based practices, clinical decision making, and skilled communication, the therapist compassionately leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

Job Responsibility:

Uses Respiratory therapy processes to support assessment of patient
Operates specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues
Assists physician with bedside or other procedures
Provides medication treatments and therapies per physician order and/or patient driven respiratory protocols
Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper functionality of equipment
Educates and instructs patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management
Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients
Adapt and comply to policies and procedures for a variety of different service areas
Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills
Provides clear, concise, timely, and accurate patient handoff
Promotes a culture of safety by recognizing and applying proper safety measures to prevent patient harm
Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner
Teaches, educates, and precepts new teammates, orientees, and students
Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Requirements:

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state in which the team member practices
Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 12 months OR active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential issued by the NBRC if credential received prior to January 1, 2023
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree
No experience required
Effective organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Problem solving and decision making for patient care and equipment use
Proficient computer skills, use of e-mail and electronic medical record systems
Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships
Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others
Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job
Must be able to lift 50 lb object from knee to waist
Must be able to lift 50 lb from floor to waist height occasionally
Must be able to lift 40 lb at waist height and carry it across various distances
Must be able to lift 20 lb from waist to overhead
Must be able to push/pull while utilizing 30# of force occasionally for long distances
Must demonstrate stand-pivot transfer from bed to chair
Must perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs. person on a sheet across 2 feet with a second person
Must utilize safe body mechanics at all times

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
Sign-On Bonus Available
May be eligible for our Loan Forgiveness program – Up to 20K
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 23, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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