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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - JR-13402
Chicago, ILAbout City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.
The successful candidate:
***$15,000 sign on bonus***
Hours: Nights - 6:30 pm -7:00am, rotating wknd/holidays
Job Summary:
Performs all offered respiratory therapies, ventilator management, EKG’s, Pulse oximetry, Holter monitor, pulmonary function tests and special procedures via Pulmonologist. Operates and manages respiratory equipment and supplies to ensure safe and accurate patient care. Performs clerical duties such as chart data entry, input of department charges, document filing and other tasks as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited school for respiratory therapy and IL Licensure required
National Certification, RRT or CRT preferred
Must have current BLS certification, ACLS certification preferred
Minimum 3 years of critical care/ICU experience preferred
Must have strong background in bedside patient care
Able to be self-supervising and self-motivated
Basic computer skills in working with Excel and Word
Pay Range
$28.59 - $47.04Placement within the identified pay range is based on individual and market factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, credentials (including licenses and certifications), geographic location, market competition, skill set (including market availability of required skills), assigned/anticipated job tasks, and level of responsibility. These factors are considered without regard to an individual’s status as a member of any protect group pursuant to federal, state, and/or local law.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.
COH employees may apply for a transfer or promotion to job openings for which they meet the minimum qualifications if they meet the following criteria:
Employed at COH in current role for at least one year, unless otherwise stipulated in an applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Are in good standing and have no current performance issues