at NorthShore University Health System in Naperville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Edward-Elmhurst Health is a 736-bed system that includes three hospitals - Edward Hospital in Naperville, Elmhurst Hospital and Linden Oaks Behavioral Health (on the Edward campus), and an extensive ambulatory care network that provides comprehensive healthcare to residents of the west and southwest suburbs of Chicago.
Job Summary:Provides routine and complex respiratory therapy treatment to patients and performs a variety of routine pulmonary function tests according to established procedures in order to provide data used in diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease/ailments. In doing so, interprets physicians' order, obtains pertinent patient information, arranges and sets up necessary supplies and equipment, and monitors equipment regularly for proper functioning and records data obtained during therapy in patient charts. Assists in monitoring department procedures, recommends enhancements, and assists in developing procedures as requested.
Location: Naperville Edward Hospital
Hours: Registry; As needed
What you will need:
Graduate from a nationally accreditedRespiratory Therapy program, as determined by the Committee on Accreditation forRespiratory Care (CoARC)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or proof of registry eligible status
Illinois RCP license within six months of hire
Current CPR Certification issued byAmerican Heart Association or American Red Cross (BLS Provider or BLS Instructor)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) within 24 months of employment
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.