Weekend Program Respiratory Therapist

American Addiction Centers • Milwaukee, WI

112d • $32 - $48

About The Position

The position is for a Respiratory Therapist at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center, which is part of Advocate Health. This is a full-time role with a schedule of 36 hours per week, primarily on days, including a weekend program. The therapist will be responsible for using respiratory therapy processes to assess patients, operate specialized ventilators, assist physicians, provide medication treatments, and educate patients about their care. The role requires effective communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments. The therapist must also adhere to safety protocols and participate in the training of new staff.

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.

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), listening, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Uses respiratory therapy processes to support assessment of patients utilizing various skills.
• 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

• 401(k) company contribution: 3% of eligible annual salary.
• 401(k) employer match: Dollar for dollar match up to 3%.
• Opportunity for yearly merit increases.
• Shift differentials for PM, Nights, Weekends.
• Sign-On Bonus Available.
• Loan Forgiveness program – Up to 20K.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees