Registered Respiratory (NICU) Therapist

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority•Rockford, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Qualified individuals may receive a bonus of up to $15,000! This is a 90% FTE, full-time position with an evening/night shift, working from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The schedule includes every 3rd weekend and rotating holidays. The position is located at 1350 Charles St, Rockford, IL. Additional compensation components include impressive shift differentials: $3.50/hr for evening shifts, $4.50/hr for night shifts, and $3.75/hr for weekend shifts, as applicable. Other potential compensation includes overtime and on-call pay. At UW Health in northern Illinois, employees benefit from a competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement plans, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, and tuition assistance. There is an annual wellness reimbursement and an opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids. Tuition reimbursement is available for career advancement, with fully funded programs mentioned. The role offers abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development and a strong shared governance structure that commits to employee voice.

Requirements

Graduate of a Commission of Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) Accredited Program for Respiratory Therapy.
2 years experience as a staff therapist, including work with neonatal and/or pediatric critical care patients.
Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the state of Illinois (within 90 days of passing test for new grads)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Basic Life Support/CPR Certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Neonatal Pediatric Specialty (NPS) Certification or ability to obtain within 2 years of hire.