Therapist – Respiratory Therapist

Job Title

• Therapist - Respiratory Therapist

Location

• Peoria, IL

Schedule / Job Type

• Rotating shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy to patients across all age groups in accordance with evidence-based policies and procedures.
• Administer medical gases, medications, airway clearance, and mechanical ventilation as prescribed by licensed healthcare providers.
• Respond to emergent situations such as Rapid Response calls and Blue Alerts, serving as the primary airway manager.
• Initiate and manage various modes of mechanical ventilation, including high-frequency ventilation and inverse I:E ratio.
• Assess patient responses to therapy, monitor equipment and supplies, and document interventions in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams during patient rounds in ICU and intermediate care units.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Illinois.
• Certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Successful passing of NBRC TMC and CSE exams (for graduate therapists).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience managing advanced ventilation modes and specialty medical gases such as Nitrogen, Heliox, and Nitric Oxide.
• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations and perform life-sustaining interventions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking in patient care.

Why Join Us

• Join a dedicated healthcare team committed to exceptional patient care and continuous professional development.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values expertise, teamwork, and growth.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds daily and lift and position patients regularly.
• Capable of standing for up to 4 hours and performing manual tasks including reaching, stooping, and bending.
• Able to push and pull equipment weighing up to 35 pounds with consistent effort.
• Must have good communication skills, manual dexterity, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare setting.