Certified Respiratory Therapist

Resurrection Medical Center•Chicago, IL

19d•$34 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) / Respiratory Care Practitioner I (RCP I) to provide high-quality respiratory care and pulmonary therapy. This role includes mechanical ventilation management, pulmonary diagnostics, airway management, and emergency response, with accurate documentation of care.

Requirements

State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
2 years experience as a RCP preferred.
ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current
PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Nice To Haves

NRP certificate preferred
2 years experience as a RCP preferred.
Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

Responsibilities

Provide respiratory care and pulmonary therapy per physician orders
Manage mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and airway management
Perform and interpret arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis
Conduct pulmonary diagnostic procedures and patient assessments
Implement patient-specific care plans
Document patient care, interventions, and outcomes accurately
Serve as Lead RCP in the absence of a supervisor
Respond to critical care situations and emergencies
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
In the absence of a supervisor, the CRT/RCP I may serve as Lead RCP, overseeing operations during their shift.