Respiratory Therapist ECMO (RRT), Full-Time Rotating

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Acute Mechanical Circulatory Support/ECMO Specialist role with Respiratory Therapy Experience/Education the Clinical & Procedural Services department Full Time Rotating University of Chicago Medicine in Hyde Park Chicago IL

Were hiring anAcute Mechanical Circulatory Support/ECMO Specialist (with a background in respiratory therapy)for the Clinical & Procedural department for a Full-Time Rotating shift at the University of Chicago Medicine in Hyde Park Chicago IL.

Join one of the nations most comprehensive academic medical centers University of Chicago Medicine in a patient-centric role as theAcute Mechanical Circulatory Support/ECMO Specialist with our Clinical & Procedural Services division. Our employees deliver world-class care in an environment where opinions are respected decision-making is rewarded and teamwork is the order of the day. Our staff are encouraged to achieve their career goals which in turn benefits all of our patients and the University of Chicago Medicine as a whole.

The primary responsibilities of the Acute Mechanical Circulatory Support (AMCS) /ECMO Specialist include providing direct patient care to neonatal pediatric and adult patients requiring extracorporeal life support; Preparing life support systemsaccording to case and age appropriateness;Assisting the surgeons with initiation of AMCS/ECMO support in emergent situations; Implementing operating managing troubleshooting the life support system; Acute Mechanical Circulatory Support/ECMO Specialistfunctions independently following standing AMCS/ECMO orders and parameters under the direction of a surgeon and the supervision of the AMCS/ECMO Manager; Assessing patients and equipment continuously during support;providing patient support by continuous monitoring during surgical procedures; Managing the extracorporeal circuit and diagnosing complications of extracorporeal physiology; Maintaining communication with managing surgeons; Troubleshooting equipment as necessary; Documenting patient care related activities; Ensuring pump supplies and emergency equipment are readily available at all times; Discontinuing support as directed by surgery team; Cleaning equipment; Other duties as assigned. The AMCS/ECMO Specialist must be able to work in high stress situations and communicate effectively with a multidisciplinary team. They must be able to work collaboratively with physicians and nurses in determining the best management of AMCS/ECMO equipment usage. They manage and maintain all AMCS/ECMO equipment on flight and ground transports.

Acute Mechanical Circulatory Support/ECMO Specialist Education and ExperienceRequirements:

• Must be a graduate of an approved and accredited Respiratory Care Program by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• They must have three or more years of critical care experience working as a Respiratory Therapist.
• One year or more of ECMO experience is preferred.
• NPS or ACCS credentials are preferred.
• Holding your license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of Illinois is required.
• Holding your Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required.
• A current NRP PALS and ACLS certification are required.

Position Details:

• Job Type/FTE: Full Time (0.9 FTE)
• Shift: Nights 6:30pm to 7:00am/6:30am-7:00pm
• Unit/Department: Respiratory Care Services
• CBA Code: Non-Union

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Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a pre-employment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

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