Registered Respiratory Therapist, Part Time Weekender

Advocate Aurora Health

Registered Respiratory Therapist at Advocate Health performing therapeutic procedures and diagnostic tests in a clinical setting. Ensuring quality patient care and collaborating with healthcare team in critical care environments.

Posted 6/16/2026part-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $31 - $46 per hourWebsite

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Hard Skills

oxygen deliverytherapeutic proceduresdiagnostic proceduresmechanical ventilatorsnon-invasive ventilatorsblood sampling analysispatient educationelectronic medical recordsrespiratory care techniquesproficiency evaluation

Soft Skills

communicationindependent evaluationjudgmentteam collaborationemergency responsepatient care assistanceorganizational skillsattention to detailcritical thinkingadaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Basic Life Support (BLS)Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Industry Keywords

critical carerespiratory therapypatient careregulatory compliancesafety guidelinestherapeutic interventionsemergency departmenthealthcare teamrespiratory care departmentannual proficiency evaluation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation
Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each
Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy
Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy
Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs
Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies
Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team
Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting
Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results
Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible
Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department
Follows departmental safety guidelines
Completes all regulatory requirements
Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required
Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State in which they work
Basic Life Support for healthcare providers thru the American Heart Association required
Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required
Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered)
2 years critical care experience required for Free-Standing Emergency Department or a bachelor’s or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience for other areas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program