University of Chicago Medical Center
Posting Job Title Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Pediatrics Full-Time Nights
University of Chicago Medical Center, Union, New Jersey, us, 07083
Overview
$20,000 Sign On Bonus, New Market Rates and Tuition Reimbursement
New Market Rates! We're hiring a
Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
for the Respiratory Care Services department for the
Full-Time, Night shift
at the University of Chicago Medicine with the
Pediatrics Team
at our main campus in Hyde Park, Chicago, IL. Open positions support Pediatric patient populations. Student opportunities are available for individuals currently enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy program. Join one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic medical centers, University of Chicago Medicine, in a patient-focused role as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with our Respiratory Care Services department on the Pediatrics Team. Our department provides quality individualized care for adult, pediatric and neonatal patients using highly trained Registered Respiratory Therapists, advanced technology and defined patient protocols. Our employees deliver world-class care in a collaborative environment that values teamwork and professional growth. Job Summary
In this role, the
RRT
administers respiratory care treatments, procedures, and protocols under the supervision of department leadership and physicians for the pediatric department. Provides patient assessment to determine cardiopulmonary status, implements appropriate care protocols, and supports weaning and management of ventilation as appropriate. Essential Job Functions
Administers supplemental oxygen/medical gas therapy as prescribed or via department protocols; documents procedures in the EPIC electronic medical record. Administers intermittent or continuous medication delivery therapy (bronchodilators, steroid therapy, mucolytics, etc.) per physician order or department protocols; documents procedures in EPIC in real time and assesses patients during administration. Performs bronchopulmonary hygiene, suctioning, and airway care; applies airway clearance techniques per physician order or department protocols; documents in EPIC per hospital policy. Initiates and maintains non-invasive ventilation (NIV) and handles emergent and non-emergent NIV adjustments for patient comfort and effectiveness; documents in EPIC. Initiates, maintains, and weans mechanical ventilation per physician order or established ventilator protocols; conducts complete patient assessments and documents in EPIC. Ventilator management including NIV and mechanical ventilation; monitors patient parameters and documents results in EPIC. Performs Arterial Blood Gas analysis per guidelines; troubleshoots ABG analyzers and documents results with quality control as required. Provides patient transport within the facility on oxygen delivery systems and mechanical ventilators as needed. Required Qualifications
Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program (minimum two years). Diploma or Certificate of Completion and Associate’s Degree from an accredited program. Effective communication and documentation skills. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by The National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed by the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Basic Life Support Healthcare provider (American Heart Association). Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification; PALS or ACLS preferred depending on patient care area. Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full Time (0.9 FTE) Shift: Night shift, 6:30 pm – 7:00 am Unit/Department: Respiratory Care Services (Pediatrics) CBA Code: Non-Union Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination may be required in pre-employment processes, in addition to the Flu Vaccination requirement. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Why Join Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899, delivering superior healthcare with compassion. We seek employees with passion, talent and commitment to advance medical innovation, serve the community, and move knowledge forward. Join us and bring your passion. UChicago Medicine is growing; discover career opportunities at UChicago Medicine. UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other protected characteristics. Pre-employment requirements include COVID-19 vaccination proof, flu vaccination compliance, potential medical and religious exemptions, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check as applicable.
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$20,000 Sign On Bonus, New Market Rates and Tuition Reimbursement
New Market Rates! We're hiring a
Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
for the Respiratory Care Services department for the
Full-Time, Night shift
at the University of Chicago Medicine with the
Pediatrics Team
at our main campus in Hyde Park, Chicago, IL. Open positions support Pediatric patient populations. Student opportunities are available for individuals currently enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy program. Join one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic medical centers, University of Chicago Medicine, in a patient-focused role as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with our Respiratory Care Services department on the Pediatrics Team. Our department provides quality individualized care for adult, pediatric and neonatal patients using highly trained Registered Respiratory Therapists, advanced technology and defined patient protocols. Our employees deliver world-class care in a collaborative environment that values teamwork and professional growth. Job Summary
In this role, the
RRT
administers respiratory care treatments, procedures, and protocols under the supervision of department leadership and physicians for the pediatric department. Provides patient assessment to determine cardiopulmonary status, implements appropriate care protocols, and supports weaning and management of ventilation as appropriate. Essential Job Functions
Administers supplemental oxygen/medical gas therapy as prescribed or via department protocols; documents procedures in the EPIC electronic medical record. Administers intermittent or continuous medication delivery therapy (bronchodilators, steroid therapy, mucolytics, etc.) per physician order or department protocols; documents procedures in EPIC in real time and assesses patients during administration. Performs bronchopulmonary hygiene, suctioning, and airway care; applies airway clearance techniques per physician order or department protocols; documents in EPIC per hospital policy. Initiates and maintains non-invasive ventilation (NIV) and handles emergent and non-emergent NIV adjustments for patient comfort and effectiveness; documents in EPIC. Initiates, maintains, and weans mechanical ventilation per physician order or established ventilator protocols; conducts complete patient assessments and documents in EPIC. Ventilator management including NIV and mechanical ventilation; monitors patient parameters and documents results in EPIC. Performs Arterial Blood Gas analysis per guidelines; troubleshoots ABG analyzers and documents results with quality control as required. Provides patient transport within the facility on oxygen delivery systems and mechanical ventilators as needed. Required Qualifications
Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Program (minimum two years). Diploma or Certificate of Completion and Associate’s Degree from an accredited program. Effective communication and documentation skills. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by The National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed by the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Basic Life Support Healthcare provider (American Heart Association). Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification; PALS or ACLS preferred depending on patient care area. Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full Time (0.9 FTE) Shift: Night shift, 6:30 pm – 7:00 am Unit/Department: Respiratory Care Services (Pediatrics) CBA Code: Non-Union Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination may be required in pre-employment processes, in addition to the Flu Vaccination requirement. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Why Join Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899, delivering superior healthcare with compassion. We seek employees with passion, talent and commitment to advance medical innovation, serve the community, and move knowledge forward. Join us and bring your passion. UChicago Medicine is growing; discover career opportunities at UChicago Medicine. UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other protected characteristics. Pre-employment requirements include COVID-19 vaccination proof, flu vaccination compliance, potential medical and religious exemptions, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check as applicable.
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