Respiratory Therapist

Froedtert•Milwaukee, WI

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Care Graduate position transitions a new graduate into a Respiratory Care Practitioner role after graduation. Working with a preceptor, the graduate applies skills and knowledge gained through school and clinical experience to become competent with the equipment, modalities, and patient assessments needed to provide hospital care. The position provides direct patient care in accordance with hospital objectives, policies, and procedures, and displays Froedtert’s core values under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner. The Respiratory Therapist program supports new graduates and experienced professionals through a structured 12-month RT Residency Program, a defined Clinical Career Ladder, and flexible self-scheduling. The residency offers hands-on clinical experience, mentorship, ongoing education, critical care training, and advanced procedures. Respiratory therapists may progress from RCP I through RCP IV, with opportunities for increased responsibilities, recognition, and compensation as they gain experience, earn advanced credentials, or pursue higher education. The program emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, professional growth, and work-life balance. The schedule is three 12-hour shifts per week, with day shifts from 06:00 to 18:30 or night shifts from 18:00 to 06:30 available. Holidays are assigned, and staff work every third weekend. A bonus of up to $3,000 is offered.

Requirements

Successful completion of a course of study in Respiratory Care.
Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with an associate degree.
Obtain a valid Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the State of Wisconsin within 120 days from the date of graduation.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Clinical experience in a hospital, home care, or skilled nursing facility is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience in a hospital, home care, or skilled nursing facility.
Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with a bachelor’s degree.
Membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC).
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care in accordance with hospital objectives, policies, and procedures.
Work with a preceptor to develop competence with respiratory care equipment, modalities, and clinical patient assessments.
Display Froedtert’s core values while working under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner.