Autonomous Respiratory Therapist — Sign-On & Relocation

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Relocation assistance $15,000

Kettering study materials $375

Top-rated retirement plan

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Gundersen Health System seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The role emphasizes autonomous clinical judgment, collaboration across departments, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes. You will assess patients and tailor respiratory plans while supporting education for patients and families.

Qualifications include an associate degree, CRT, Wisconsin RCP, and RRT within 2 years. BLS for health care providers is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in respiratory therapy required.
• CRT certification by NBRC.
• RCP licensure by the state of Wisconsin.
• RRT within 2 years of hire.
• Current Infant‑Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous respiratory care while collaborating across departments.
• Assess cardiopulmonary status to develop, revise, implement, and evaluate care plans.
• Address the education and training needs of patients and families in outpatient settings.

Skills

Autonomy

Interdepartmental collaboration

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in respiratory therapy

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) Wisconsin

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within 2 years of hire

Infant‑Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

Job description

Gundersen Health System seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The role emphasizes autonomous clinical judgment, collaboration across departments, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes. You will assess patients and tailor respiratory plans while supporting education for patients and families.

Qualifications include an associate degree, CRT, Wisconsin RCP, and RRT within 2 years. BLS for health care providers is required.