Respiratory Therapist (Rrt)

Thorek Memorial Hospital is a stable community hospital with its roots in Chicago for over 100 years. We are dedicated to excellence in patient care, serving our community, and committed to the continued learning of our employees.

We are currently seeking a full-time or part-time Respiratory Therapist. The ideal Respiratory Therapist candidate must be able to demonstrate competence with ventilator management, oxygen administration, nebulizer therapy, and other respiratory care services.

Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and enrollment into Thorek's 401(k) plan, as well as life insurance, short-term disability insurance, accident insurance, and critical illness insurance.

The responsibilities of the Respiratory Therapist include, but are not limited to:

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to patients with cardiopulmonary and related disorders
• Consult with physicians and health care professionals regarding patient status
• Help with departmental staff development programs
• Oversee maintenance of equipment
• Monitor patient progress and update care plan
• Assist in quality assurance and quality improvement studies

Knowledge/skills/Abilities:

• Ability to use initiative, take responsibility and self-organize in a team environment
• Ability to work under pressure & handle competing priorities
• Ability to interact positively with staff, physicians, residents & family members
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented

Job Requirements:

• Associates Degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program required
• A current IL Respiratory Care Practitioner license required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Thorek is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person