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UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook

Lead Respiratory Therapist

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook, Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States, 60440

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Job Description Our promise to you: Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team. All while understanding that

together

we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well‑being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Night (United States of America)

Address: 500 REMINGTON BLVD

City: BOLINGBROOK

State: Illinois

Postal Code: 60440

Job Description:

Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures, maintains patient records, and selects, assembles, checks, and operates respiratory equipment.

Responds to various emergency codes, performing duties such as maintaining the airway, intubation, chest compressions, and ventilator setup.

Determines requirements for treatment, including type, method, duration of therapy, precautions, and medication dosages compatible with providers' orders.

Performs diagnostic testing per facility needs. Monitors patients' physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, consulting with providers if adverse reactions occur.

Educates patients and their families about their conditions and teaches disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed: QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Associate (Required)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) - RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) - RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - EV Accredited Issuing Body

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) - RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement

State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - EV Accredited Issuing Body

Pay Range: $31.03 - $57.72

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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