Respiratory Therapist

VMP Healthcare & Community Living; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 64,747 - 71,635; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit package

Educational opportunities

403b Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Job summary

VMP Healthcare & Community Living in West Allis, Wisconsin is hiring a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join their specialized ventilator team. This role combines advanced respiratory knowledge with compassionate patient care, ensuring residents receive high-quality support every day. Applicants must hold a valid Wisconsin CRT or RRT license. The position requires 24 hours per week, offers a competitive wage of $47 - $52 per hour based on experience, and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Wisconsin Respiratory Therapist CRT or RRT license.
• Experience in providing respiratory care to patients.
• Ability to educate staff on respiratory modalities.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan respiratory care based on prescriptions.
• Administer and monitor treatments while noting patient responses.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare team to respond to patient needs.
• Maintain respiratory equipment and ensure proper documentation.
• Educate staff on best practices and procedures in respiratory care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Advanced respiratory knowledge

Ability to monitor vital signs

Team collaboration

Education

Wisconsin Respiratory Therapist CRT or RRT license

Tools

Mechanical ventilators

Oxygen therapy devices

Humidifiers

Job description

Overview

Step into a role where your expertise truly changes lives. At VMP Healthcare and Community Living, our Respiratory Therapists are more than clinicians—they are trusted caregivers who help residents breathe easier and live better every day. We’re seeking a compassionate and skilled CRT or RRT to join our specialized ventilator team. In this role, you’ll combine advanced respiratory knowledge with a resident-centered approach, delivering high-quality care in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive in a team setting, and are passionate about making a lasting impact, VMP offers the opportunity to grow your career while doing meaningful work that matters—every single day.

Benefits and Compensation

• We Offer a Competitive Wage and a Comprehensive Benefit Package to Eligible Employees that Includes:
• Insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, accident and critical illness)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
• Educational Opportunities for career advancement
• 403b Retirement Plan and Roth IRA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Time Off
• Part-Time: 24 Hours per Week (0.6 FTE)
• 3rd Shift: 10:00PM - 6:30AM
• Every Other Weekend, Rotating Holidays Required
• $47 - $52 Per Hour, Dependent on Experience
• + $3.00 Per Hour Shift Differential on 3rd Shift

Education Requirements

• Current and valid Wisconsin Respiratory Therapist CRT or RRT license

Job Responsibilities

• Assess and Plan Respiratory Care: Review prescriptions and patient information to determine treatment requirements, including type, duration, and dosage of respiratory therapy. Identify the most appropriate methods and precautions in alignment with physician’s orders.
• Administer and Monitor Treatments: Set up, operate, and monitor respiratory therapy equipment such as mechanical ventilators, oxygen therapy devices, and humidifiers. Administer gases and aerosolized medications while closely monitoring patients’ vital signs and physiological responses.
• Collaborate and Respond to Patient Needs: Assist patients with breathing exercises and respond appropriately to adverse reactions by consulting with nurses and physicians. Modify treatments as needed for optimal outcomes.
• Maintain Equipment and Documentation: Perform regular equipment inspections, cleaning, and maintenance per infection control and safety policies. Ensure accurate and timely documentation in patient records and coordinate repairs or service with manufacturers as needed.
• Educate and Demonstrate Best Practices: Provide training and in-services to healthcare staff and caregivers on respiratory modalities. Demonstrate procedures to trainees and support ongoing respiratory care education throughout the facility.