Certified Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Overview Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT): Earn $486.68 – $525.60 gross pay per shift | Variable Shift | Per DiemIncludes base pay of $40.15 - $43.80/hr + opportunities for shift differentials Department: Cardiopulmonary / Respiratory TherapyJob Type: Per Diem | Non-Exempt Location: Chicago Metro Area, Illinois – big-city lifestyle, strong healthcare market, no car required, lakefront living. ✔ Interview within 24 - 48 hours | Fast Offer Process✔ Work in a high-acuity, critical care environment and advanced respiratory cases ✔ Competitive pay + shift differentials ✔ Career growth within a large healthcare system Responsibilities: In the absence of a supervisor, the CRT/RCP I may serve as Lead RCP, overseeing operations during their shift. - Provide respiratory care and pulmonary therapy per physician orders - Manage mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and airway management - Perform and interpret arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis - Conduct pulmonary diagnostic procedures and patient assessments - Implement patient-specific care plans - Document patient care, interventions, and outcomes accurately - Serve as Lead RCP in the absence of a supervisor - Resp...