Registered Respiratory Therapist

We offer rich opportunities to develop and grow professionally, an environment of excellence in patient care, and the awareness that everything we accomplish is a direct outgrowth of the superb efforts and dedication of our employees.As a non-profit system of almost 4000 employees, we have won national acclaim for our cancer, cardiac, stroke, bariatric, breast imaging, and rehabilitation services.Role Specific Responsibilities - Evaluates patient outcomes making changes in plan of care within the multidisciplinary team.Provides explanation/instructions to patients and/or responsible persons and insures understanding with regard to respiratory disease processes, intervention procedures and discharge.Accepts Reassignment to other units when necessary.Shares clinical knowledge with staff and students and is a role model for clinical practice.Plans, implements and evaluates the effectiveness of respiratory care.Provides respiratory care as ordered by physician keeping in communication with medical and nursing staff.Education Associate s degree required Licenses and Certification RRT Illinois License BLSNRP-MHC Position

Pay rates -Locals - $55/hrTraveler - $30/hr + $1200/Weekly Stipend per diem