Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Bay Area Medical Center • Milwaukee, WI

288d • $32 - $48

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) position at Advocate Health involves providing respiratory therapy processes to support patient assessment and care. The role includes operating specialized ventilators, assisting physicians with procedures, providing medication treatments, and educating patients on self-care and disease management. The position requires effective communication, collaboration with other departments, and adherence to safety measures. The RT will also be responsible for teaching and precepting new teammates and must demonstrate knowledge of patient care appropriate to various age groups.

Requirements

• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state.
• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program with a minimum of an associate degree.
• No experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Effective organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including use of e-mail and electronic medical record systems.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and listening skills.
• Ability to develop rapport and maintain positive relationships with patients and team members.
• Demonstrates time management skills with the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Uses respiratory therapy processes to support assessment of patients utilizing various skills such as pulmonary diagnostics and correlating blood gases.
• Operates specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues.
• Assists physicians with bedside or other procedures as applicable.
• Provides medication treatments and therapies per physician order.
• Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper functionality of equipment.
• Educates and instructs patients in purpose, technique, self-care, and disease management.
• Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments.
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills.
• Promotes a culture of safety by recognizing and applying proper safety measures.
• Teaches, educates, and precepts new teammates, orientees, and students.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Sign-On Bonus Available.
• Loan Forgiveness program - Up to 20K.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree