RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONER

Froedtert Health; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Growth opportunity - Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Retirement plan - 403b

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Froedtert Health in Menomonee Falls is seeking a skilled Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to deliver respiratory care and manage competency across all patient age groups. This role necessitates proficiency in various respiratory assessments and procedures, alongside the ability to precept students and lead when required.

The ideal candidate should possess an Associate degree from a CoARC accredited program, a state license, and 1-2 years of hospital experience. A range of benefits and a commitment to diversity are offered.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience with RCP II competency within 6 months of hire.
• 2 years in hospital setting preferred.
• State of Wisconsin license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver respiratory care across all patient populations.
• Administer respiratory care procedures in acute and critical care areas.
• Precept students and act as lead therapist as needed.

Skills

Critical Thinking Skills

Education

Associate degree from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Care program

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our FROEDTERT MEN FALLS HOSPITAL facility.

Job Type: On-site

FTE: 0.6

Standard Hours: 24.00

Shift: Shift 1

Shift Details

Two 12 hour shifts per week. Every 3rd weekend. 2 holidays per year. Must cross‑train to FWBH within 1 year of hire.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is highly proficient in the management and delivery of respiratory care. Demonstrates competencies in respiratory assessments and procedures for all patient populations and age groups. Performs and interacts as a healthcare professional administering respiratory care procedures acute care areas and critical care areas. Demonstrates critical thinking skills and the mastery of clinical skills outlined in the RCP 2 COT. Precepts students on rotation. Exhibits leadership skills and is able to act as lead therapist as needed. Under the direction of the Pulmonary Services Leadership team, provides professional respiratory care to patients in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures.

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of experience plus the ability to show RCP II competency within 6 months of hire/transfer into role is required. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a hospital setting providing respiratory care is preferred.

Education

Associate degree from a CoARC accredited Respiratory Care program is required. Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Special Skills

Critical Thinking Skills Are Required.

Licensure

State of Wisconsin license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner is required; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required. For incumbents in this role prior to 7/1/21, the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) will be accepted in lieu of the RRT. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required. American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required. Advanced specialty credential from the NBRC or Asthma Educator Certification (AE‑C) from the National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) is preferred. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is required within 6 months of hire (CHD only).

Perks & Benefits

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity - Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages, and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.