Respiratory Therapist

Purposelink Recruitment; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Purposelink Recruitment is seeking a contracted Respiratory Therapist to join a Milwaukee, WI facility. The RT will perform assessments, manage ventilator care, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Required: 2+ years of RT experience and active CRT/RRT license. Excellent communication and clinical documentation skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience.
• Active Respiratory Therapist Certification and/or License (CRT or RRT).
• Strong knowledge of respiratory care protocols and ventilator management
• Excellent communication, critical-thinking, and patient-care skills

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, chest physiotherapy, and ventilator management
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans based on clinical response
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Safely operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and therapies

Skills

Respiratory therapy experience

CRT/RRT certification

Job description

Contract Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Milwaukee, WI

Location: Milwaukee, WisconsinSchedule: ContractExperience Required: 2+ YearsCredentials: Active CRT, RRT, or State License

About the Opportunity

A respected healthcare facility in Milwaukee, WI is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a contract assignment. This role is perfect for RTs who thrive in clinical environments, deliver exceptional patient care, and want a contract position with competitive pay and strong recruiter support.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, chest physiotherapy, and ventilator management
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans based on clinical response
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Safely operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and therapies

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience
• Active Respiratory Therapist Certification and/or License (CRT or RRT)
• Strong knowledge of respiratory care protocols and ventilator management
• Excellent communication, critical‑thinking, and patient‑care skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Acute care, critical care, or emergency department experience
• Experience with EMR systems

Contract Details

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Flexible scheduling based on facility needs
• Opportunity to support a respected healthcare organization in the Milwaukee region