Respiratory Therapist - 0.6 FTE

Registered Respiratory Therapist

PRH is looking for a team member to join our Respiratory Therapy Department in the role of Registered Respiratory Therapist. This position is a 0.6 FTE, based on candidate preference and will be responsible for performing assessments designed to gather data relevant to the patients individual respiratory care needs, developing a plan of care, implementing the plan, providing treatment and diagnostic services, organizing care, and evaluation of the effectiveness of the treatment/care provided.

Position Summary: The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing assessments designed to gather data relevant to the patients individual respiratory care needs, developing a plan of care, implementing the plan, providing treatment and diagnostic services, organizing care, and evaluation of the effectiveness of the treatment/care provided. The Respiratory Therapist performs pulmonary function testing, sleep oximetry testing, EKG services and a variety of other services. The Respiratory Therapist is also responsible for patient, family, and staff education as it relates to patient's pulmonary condition.

Education Requirements/Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Valid license in the state of Wisconsin

CPR Certification

ACLS Certification preferred

Neonatal Resuscitation Certification (NRP) or obtained within one year of hire

FTE: 0.6 (24 hours per week)

Shift: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm

On call: 1-2 overnight weekly (3:30pm-7am), every third-fourth weekend (7am-7am) depending on staffing and rotating holidays. There is a one hour response time for call.