Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Job Description

Job Description

Careers with Purpose

Our organization, recognized as the largest rural health system in the United States, is committed to enhancing the healthcare experience and ensuring access to top-tier medical services in the heart of America.

Facility Information

• Location: Marshfield, WI
• Address: 611 N St Joseph Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449, USA
• Shift: Varies
• Job Schedule: Part-time
• Weekly Hours: 24.00
• Salary Range: $31.50 - $44.00
• Pay Information: This role may qualify for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000!

Department Overview

Children's Hospital, ECMO, NICU Transport

Job Summary

The role of a respiratory therapist encompasses the evaluation, therapeutic intervention, and education for patients experiencing cardiopulmonary disorders, sleep disorders, or related complications. Responsibilities include:

• Assessing patients to prevent, identify, monitor, and manage diseases and their complications.
• Implementing therapeutic interventions that positively influence cardiopulmonary health and overall well-being, in alignment with established goals and interdisciplinary care plans.
• Providing education aimed at promoting preventive care, self-management, and improved quality of life.
• Conducting regular assessments of patients and their equipment to modify therapy as needed.
• Collecting and analyzing blood and other specimens to evaluate levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases.
• Measuring lung capacity to identify any impairments and offering diagnostic results along with treatment recommendations based on patient analysis.

Qualifications

• A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program is mandatory; at least an associate degree or equivalent as recognized by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Comprehensive knowledge of all procedures, indications, contraindications, and risks associated with respiratory care, as well as familiarity with the equipment used in the department.
• Proficiency in utilizing computers for patient documentation and data collection to ensure quality care.
• Completion of orientations, competency validations, and other required training as specified by the department and organization.
• Current Respiratory Therapy licensure in the state(s) of practice and/or multi-state licensure privileges as necessary for the position.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) with active status maintained according to credentialing requirements.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is essential. Additional site-specific specialty certifications such as Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required.

Benefits

We provide an appealing benefits package for eligible full-time and part-time employees, which may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Work/life balance initiatives
• A generous time-off policy to support a healthy work-life balance

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Our organization is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance with your online application, please reach out for support.

We maintain a Drug-Free Workplace Policy. Acceptance of an offer will necessitate a drug screening and pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.

Job Function: Allied Health

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