Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric Critical Care
Chicago, Illinois
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist

Position Overview

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapy - HOSP
• Location: Chicago, Illinois
• Facility: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
• Employment Type: Contract (13 weeks)

Job Description

• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM), 36 hours per week, with every other weekend required.
• Experience Required:

  • Minimum of 2+ years of RRT experience in Pediatric Critical Care (PICU/NICU/CCU).
  • Recent acute care Pediatric RRT experience within the current year.
• Areas of Work: Must be able to work in at least 2 of the following areas: NICU, CCU, PICU, and acute care floors.

Requirements

• Licensure: Must have an Illinois RRT License.
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) for NICU assignments.
• Additional Considerations: First-time travelers may be considered if they meet the other requirements and demonstrate strong qualifications.

Additional Information

• EMR System: EPIC
• Dress Code: Scrubs (any color, kid-friendly)
• Patient Care Ratio: Based on a points system.
• Candidate Evaluation: Candidates will undergo a checklist evaluation during the interview process to assess their skill set.

Compliance Requirements

Candidates must complete the following:

• ACLS
• Annual Core Competencies
• Background Check Attestation
• Badge Photo
• Color Vision Screening
• Competency Exam
• COVID-19 Vaccination
• CPR
• Drug Screen Attestation
• Education Verification
• Eye Exam
• FIT Test
• Flu Vaccination
• Hepatitis B Vaccination or Declination Form
• Hospital Forms
• I9/W4 Attestation
• Job Description
• License Verification
• MMR Titers or Immunizations
• NRP
• PALS
• Physical Examination
• References
• Resume
• Skills Checklist
• TB Test
• TDAP
• Varicella Titers or Immunization

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a leading pediatric trauma facility, providing critical care to children in need.