Respiratory Therapist - RT

Respiratory Therapist

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we're here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.

With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.

If you're interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.

About the Role

As a Respiratory Therapist with Apria, you'll provide essential respiratory care, equipment setup, patient education, and ongoing clinical support for patients in their homes. You'll play a key role in ensuring safe transitions from hospital to home and supporting patients as they regain independence and confidence using their respiratory equipment.

You will report directly to the Branch Manager, and work closely with a collaborative team including Coordinators, RTs, Techs, and clinical leaders.

Why This Respiratory Therapist Role Is Different

At Apria, you'll experience a unique blend of clinical autonomy, meaningful patient interaction, and supportive team collaboration. This role offers a mix of time in the branch and time in the field, giving you the chance to develop both patient‑facing clinical skills and strong workflow independence. You'll also join a close‑knit branch team that works together every day to make sure patients receive the highest quality care.

If you're looking for a role where you can truly see the impact of your work, especially supporting patients as they transition home, this is the ideal environment.

Key Highlights

• Hybrid-style role: ~60% in the branch, ~40% in the field
• Strong hourly range: $28.50–$30.00/hr. (higher end for hospital RT experience)
• Supportive branch environment
• Predictable schedule: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
• Mileage and travel reimbursement available based on company policy
• Opportunity to work closely with physicians, discharge planners & case managers
• Open to new grads with active WI licensure

Schedule

• Hours: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM ~ flexibility if needed
• Environment: Must check in at the branch daily; flexibility based on patient needs and hospital discharges

On‑Call Transparency

• Rotation is area‑based, not branch‑based
• Coverage areas include:
• Monona
• New Berlin
• Green Bay

• Rotation frequency: Every 3rd week, Monday–Sunday

Salary Range

$28.50–$30.00 per hour Higher range considered for RTs with strong hospital experience.

What You'll Do

• Conduct home visits to perform oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilation equipment setups and follow‑ups
• Educate patients and caregivers on equipment use, cleaning, troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Assess patient needs, document care delivered, and escalate concerns appropriately
• Respond to hospital discharge requests and support same‑day patient needs
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and internal branch teams
• Maintain accurate documentation using iPad/laptop
• Ensure all actions meet regulatory and safety standards

Required

• Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active Wisconsin RT license
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid driver's license
• Personal vehicle (no company car provided at this time)
• Excellent bedside manner and strong customer service orientation
• Comfort using mobile technology, navigation tools, and digital documentation
• Open to new grads; hospital experience preferred but not required

Top Attributes for Success:

• Strong Clinical Judgment – Quickly interprets patient conditions and applies appropriate respiratory interventions.
• Technical Proficiency – Confidently operates respiratory equipment, ventilators, and EMR systems.
• Effective Communication – Collaborates seamlessly with physicians, nurses, and the care team.
• Calm Under Pressure – Maintains accuracy and focus in emergent or fast‑paced clinical situations.
• Attention to Detail – Ensures precision in treatments, documentation, and safety protocols.
• Patient-Centered Mindset – Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and strong bedside manner.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, close-knit branch team
• Mix of in-branch teamwork and independent fieldwork
• Opportunities to develop strong patient‑education skills
• Meaningful clinical role without the burnout of acute care
• Real relationships with patients and their families
• Highly collaborative environment with cross-functional support

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Teammate Benefits

As an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life's stages. We've got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.

Our benefits program includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic life insurance
• Short-and long-term disability coverage
• Accident insurance
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Domestic partner benefits
• Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.

Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.