Certified Respiratory Therapist

Prime Healthcare • Des Plaines, IL

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About The Position

Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director/manager, the RCP I is responsible for performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.

Requirements

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician
• assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient
• In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift

Benefits

• comprehensive, competitive benefits package
• abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being
• competitive compensation

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees