- FTE: 0.125
- Pay Range: $34.25 - $51.37 / hr
Work Schedule:
Per Diem, day/eve, Variable. You will work at 209 9th St Rockford IL.
We are currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation to:
- Empower patients to improve their health and quality of life through personalized pulmonary rehabilitation programs, education, and ongoing support.
- Apply your clinical expertise to assess, monitor, and guide patients through individualized exercise and treatment plans designed to achieve meaningful outcomes.
- Build lasting connections with patients and families by providing education, encouragement, and resources that promote long-term cardiopulmonary wellness.
- Join a collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence, patient safety, and delivering exceptional care across the continuum of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
- Annual wellness reimbursement
- Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
- Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
- Strong shared governance structure
Qualifications
Graduate of a Commission of Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) Accredited Program for Respiratory Therapy. Required
Work Experience
3 years experience in pulmonary related field with strong emphasis in patient education. Required
Experience in exercise prescription. Preferred
License and Certifications
Current Registration (RRT credential) from the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Required
License from the State of Illinois as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (within 90 days of passing test for new grads). Required
Basic Life Support/CPR certification. Required
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
- UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Description
UW Health in northern Illinois benefits
