Respiratory Therapist, Weekender - Neuro

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

57d • Onsite

About The Position

Work Schedule: Part-time, 90% FTE, night shift. Shifts are scheduled Friday through Sunday between the hours of 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM, 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM and 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM. Holiday and on-call rotation required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of department. Pay: UW Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay. Additional components of compensation may include: Evening & night shift differential Weekender differential On-call pay External hires may be eligible for up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus. (pro-rated based off FTE) Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants. Be part of something remarkable Join our remarkable Respiratory Therapy team that works tirelessly every day to save lives. We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to: Provide treatment and diagnostic respiratory services to patients. Work at an ECMO Center of Excellence and Level 1 Trauma Center. Be an important member of an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care. Act as a resource to physicians and health care professionals. Gain experience within the organization and seek growth opportunities, which may include senior/lead roles and ECMO Specialist positions.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited School for Respiratory Therapy
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire
• BLS/CPR Certified Upon Hire
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification within 6 months
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification within 6 months

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Recent respiratory therapist experience
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (RRT-NPS)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care Specialty (RRT-ACCS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and diagnostic respiratory services to patients.
• Work at an ECMO Center of Excellence and Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Be an important member of an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Act as a resource to physicians and health care professionals.
• Gain experience within the organization and seek growth opportunities, which may include senior/lead roles and ECMO Specialist positions.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Tuition benefits eligibility
• referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree