Respiratory Care Practitioner/Polysomnographer-$$

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Shift
7p to 7:30 a.m. w/every 3rd weekend
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36

**$10,000 sign on bonus available for external applicants**

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.

Compensation Range
$31.42 - $47.13

Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)

Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Optional Insurances

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.