Respiratory Therapy Positions,
Respiratory Therapy Positions
Full-Time
(36 hours/week, both 7a and 7p positions available)
POSITION PURPOSE:
Provides respiratory care to a broad patient population to include both outpatient and inpatient services under the direction of a physician.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Performs patient therapy assessments.
• Performs respiratory therapy modalities as ordered by the physician.
• Performs Pulmonary Function Tests.
• Assists physician with Bronchoscopy procedures.
• Manages invasive and noninvasive ventilation.
• Responsible for drawing Arterial Blood Gases (ABG’s).
• Performs integral role as a member of the Code Blue and Rapid Response Teams.
• Provides guidance to Respiratory Care Aides/Students.
• Provides education to patients and family.
• Participates and provides community education as necessary.
• Cleans and maintains respiratory equipment and supplies as necessary.
• Performs artificial airway maintenance.
• Performs Pulmonary Rehabilitation as ordered by the physician.
SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:
• Must possess an Illinois License within 90 days of hire.
• CRT or RRT Preferred.
• Basic computer literacy - use of computer and computer software applications strongly preferred.
• BLS required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment at CGH.
• ACLS, PALS, or NRP certification required as applicable to areas of responsibility within one year.
Apply at www.cghmc.com/careers
CGH Medical Center
Sterling, IL 61081
