Respiratory Therapist

Richland Hospital • Richland Center, WI

47d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Respiratory Care, the Respiratory Therapist monitors and assesses patients' respiratory status across all areas, including Intensive care, medical/surgical, and the emergency department. The therapist will assess, treat, and care for patients of all ages—from infants to the elderly—while initiating and conducting therapeutic procedures, maintaining patient records, and managing respiratory equipment. The Respiratory Therapist will work closely and collaboratively with nursing and provider teams to provide exceptional care to our communities.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or graduate of an NBRC-accredited program
• State of Wisconsin certification in Respiratory Therapy (required)
• Valid BLS within 3 months of hire, ACLS within 6 months, and NRP within 1 year

Nice To Haves

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Monitors and assesses patients' respiratory status
• Assess, treat, and care for patients of all ages—from infants to the elderly
• Initiating and conducting therapeutic procedures
• Maintaining patient records
• Managing respiratory equipment
• Work closely and collaboratively with nursing and provider teams

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees