Pediatric Respiratory Therapist: Neonatal to Adolescent Care

Children's Hospital and Health System; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to apply scientific knowledge and clinical judgment across neonatal through adult patients. You will provide diagnostic, therapeutic and supportive services, participate in resuscitation, and contribute to safe patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

This role emphasizes communication with families, teamwork, ongoing education, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Applies scientific knowledge, technical expertise and theory to practical clinical problems; provides therapeutic, diagnostic and supportive services for neonatal through adult patients and families.
• Participates in resuscitative and emergent situations and ensures patient safety and welfare.
• Maintains competency in BLS, C-spine immobilization, Trauma class, NRP and PALS as applicable; communicates and collaborates effectively with the health care team.
• Participates in discharge education and patient/family education to promote wellness and adaptation to illness.

Skills

Respiratory care

Clinical assessment

Team communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to apply scientific knowledge and clinical judgment across neonatal through adult patients. You will provide diagnostic, therapeutic and supportive services, participate in resuscitation, and contribute to safe patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

This role emphasizes communication with families, teamwork, ongoing education, and adherence to safety standards.