Respiratory Therapist

Ascension • Mequon, WI

29d • Onsite

About The Position

Assess respiratory health needs and develop personalized, evidence-based care plans to ensure targeted and effective treatment for patients with respiratory insufficiencies. Implement advanced respiratory care modalities and continuously monitor patient responses, making timely clinical adjustments to support optimal recovery. Lead life-saving interventions during cardiopulmonary emergencies as a critical member of the resuscitation team to ensure rapid, effective response. Empower patients and their families by providing clear, compassionate education on their condition, treatments, and available community resources to foster confident self-management. Ensure procedural readiness by maintaining and calibrating all respiratory equipment, guaranteeing reliable performance during every critical care delivery.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory health needs and develop personalized, evidence-based care plans to ensure targeted and effective treatment for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Implement advanced respiratory care modalities and continuously monitor patient responses, making timely clinical adjustments to support optimal recovery.
• Lead life-saving interventions during cardiopulmonary emergencies as a critical member of the resuscitation team to ensure rapid, effective response.
• Empower patients and their families by providing clear, compassionate education on their condition, treatments, and available community resources to foster confident self-management.
• Ensure procedural readiness by maintaining and calibrating all respiratory equipment, guaranteeing reliable performance during every critical care delivery.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

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