Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Chicago, IL

Preferred Experience / Skills Experience in moderate complexity laboratory testing, including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation in accordance with pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases of testing. Key Responsibilities Conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments utilizing invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Location

Illinois

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Day Shift | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct physician-prescribed respiratory treatments utilizing invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation, and oxygenation.
• Perform chest physiotherapy, suctioning (oropharyngeal, nasal, and tracheal), oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and arterial puncture procedures.
• Perform 12-Lead EKG, basic arrhythmia recognition, and routine review of patient chest x-rays to determine the need for further evaluation.
• Assist with respiratory-related procedures including bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes in both emergent and non-emergent situations.
• Set up, self-test, operate, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation equipment; assist with preventative maintenance and repair of respiratory equipment as needed.
• Document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges accurately in patient records; communicate effectively with attending and pulmonary physicians and participate in shift-to-shift handoff communication.

Required Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license within the state of Illinois.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Demonstrated ability to operate invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen delivery systems, and aerosol and nebulizer devices.
• Proficiency in arterial puncture, endotracheal intubation via free-hand technique and/or video laryngoscope, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Ability to perform pulmonary function studies and interpret results with minimal supervision.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in moderate complexity laboratory testing, including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation in accordance with pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases of testing.
• Experience with PleurX catheter drainage or similar chest drainage devices.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to provide patient and family education regarding treatments, equipment, and discharge instructions.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment providing high-acuity respiratory care across a broad scope of practice.
• Gain hands-on experience with a wide range of advanced respiratory procedures and equipment in a contract role with flexibility.