Per Diem Respiratory Therapist - Flexible Shifts

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Part-time, PRN schedule at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. The role supports patient care through respiratory therapies, diagnostics, and education, with flexible day/night shifts and no holiday rotations.

Licensing requirements include RCP and NBRC credentials as applicable, with BLS certification and associate degree in respiratory care. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and clinical problem solving.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in respiratory care.
• RCP license required.
• BLS certification.
• NBRC credential requirements if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Support patient assessment using respiratory therapies and diagnostics.
• Operate ventilators in critical and non-critical care settings; assist procedures.
• Provide prescribed therapies and medications per orders.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and ensure safety of equipment.
• Educate patients on therapy goals and self-care.
• Collaborate with departments to manage patient care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in respiratory care

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Part-time, PRN schedule at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. The role supports patient care through respiratory therapies, diagnostics, and education, with flexible day/night shifts and no holiday rotations.

Licensing requirements include RCP and NBRC credentials as applicable, with BLS certification and associate degree in respiratory care. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and clinical problem solving.