Respiratory Therapist

Assist patients of all ages who suffer from pulmonary (breathing) disorders. In addition to analyzing and performing diagnostic testing, Respiratory Therapists perform relevant exams and control patients' blood-oxygen levels, as well as set up and utilize Respiratory care equipment and machines needed to assist or monitor the patients breathing. Responsibilities : Perform Respiratory care modalities on patients. Document all Respiratory care delivered. Provide patient education. Maintain and manage department ventilators. Participate in arterial procedures designed to analyze arterial blood gases. Requirements : Graduation from an AMA or JRCRTE approved program Must be licensed in the state of Illinois. Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - CPR/AHA certification required.

CRT Required. Preferred RRT NRP preferred. Experience in all modalities of Respiratory care through clinical application.