Join Our Team at Shriners Children’s Chicago – Respiratory Therapist Wanted!
Shriners Children’s Chicago is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team on a part-time, night shift schedule. The ideal candidate will bring experience in pediatric critical care respiratory therapy and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Work with a mission-driven team dedicated to improving children’s lives.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunity to provide highly specialized care in a respected pediatric hospital.
Hours: This part-time night shift position works 48 hours bi-weekly and the hours are 7pm to 7am.
Compensation Information: The pay range for this position is $33.47/hour - $50.22/hour. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.
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The Respiratory Therapist gets the opportunity to participate in daily planning via patient rounds.
- You'll work as part of the interdisciplinary team for the plan of care for our patients.
- You'll be able to increase your knowledge in orthopaedic care to improve outcomes for our amazing patients and families.
- Our Respiratory Therapists have the opportunity for academic growth through participation in research projects.
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Provides primary respiratory care to patients from admission through their discharge under a physician's order
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Communicates verbal and/or written patient and departmental information/special needs to pertinent persons in a timely and appropriate manner (i.e. rounds)
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Documents accurate, specific, complete patient care data according to policy and procedure guidelines
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Assures safe, cost effective operation and function of pertinent equipment and utilizes appropriate infection control techniques in all areas
This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Required:
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Associate Respiratory Therapy
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5 Years RT experience in ICU setting
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RRT
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License in state of Illinois
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Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications from American Heart Association
Preferred:
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2 Year Pediatric experience
