Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join a collaborative healthcare team in Wisconsin. This position provides respiratory care to patients through a variety of therapeutic, diagnostic, and life-support services.

The ideal candidate is committed to excellent patient care, works well in a team environment, and is comfortable caring for patients with a wide range of respiratory needs.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and provide appropriate respiratory therapy treatments and interventions.
• Set up, monitor, adjust, and manage mechanical ventilator systems.
• Administer aerosolized medications and medical gases safely and effectively.
• Provide artificial airway care and management, including emergency airway support.
• Perform bronchopulmonary hygiene and airway clearance procedures.
• Provide manual resuscitation and airway management when necessary.
• Perform pulmonary function testing, including FVC, SVC, and MVV studies.
• Monitor patient response to respiratory treatments and make appropriate adjustments.
• Obtain and evaluate physiological specimens and cardiopulmonary data.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatments, assessments, and patient progress.
• Receive and document appropriate verbal orders from authorized healthcare providers.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated patient care.
• Perform endotracheal airway insertion and management after required training and competency validation.
• Provide vascular access for appropriate patients following required training and competency validation.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), or eligible to sit for the registry examination.
• Registry credential must be obtained within 12 months of hire if not already completed.
• Current or eligible for Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) licensure.
• Current BLS/CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or ability to obtain within 6 weeks of hire.
• Current NRP certification or ability to obtain within 6 weeks of hire.
• Strong communication, critical-thinking, and patient-care skills.
• New graduates who meet licensing and credentialing requirements are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discount programs
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities

If you're a Respiratory Therapist looking for an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in patient care, we encourage you to apply.