Staff - Respiratory Therapist

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a job in Worth, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline : Allied Health Professional
• Duration : Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : nights
• Employment Type : Staff
• Sign-On Bonus Available - Up to $20,000
• May be eligible for our Loan Forgiveness program – Up to $20,000
• Relocation Bonus Available

Location : Advocate Children's Hospital - 4440 W. 95th St, Oak Lawn

FTE : .9 (Full-Time)

Shift : Nights (3rd)

Summary : Advocate Children’s Hospital (ACH) - Oak Lawn is seeking talented, motivated respiratory therapists with a passion for the smallest of patients. New team members receive a robust orientation and build the skillset to work in the Neonatal ICU, Pediatric ICU, Pediatric Cardiac ICU, Pediatric General Floors, and Pediatric Emergency Department. The pediatric respiratory care department works solely with the neonatal / pediatric population and offers competitive professional and educational growth opportunities.

Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive respiratory care. The Respiratory therapist administers respiratory care procedures and modalities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Using evidence-based practices, clinical decision making, and skilled communication, the therapist compassionately leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

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This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R127266. Posted job title : Respiratory Therapist (Rt) - Pediatric Ecmo

About Advocate Aurora Health

Advocate Aurora Health’s 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.

Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.

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