What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Respiratory Therapist Position position at Advocate Aurora Health?
Job Summary
Advocate Aurora Health is committed to providing exceptional patient care services. We are currently seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team. As a staff respiratory therapist, you will be responsible for delivering comprehensive respiratory care services, collaborating with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide and coordinate comprehensive respiratory care services to patients across various settings.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Operate and maintain specialized respiratory equipment, troubleshooting issues and performing routine maintenance tasks.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in respiratory care, participating in ongoing education and training initiatives.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
- Respiratory Therapist certification (CRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 45 days.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) within specified timeframes.
