Respiratory Therapist — 1st Shift with Sign-On Bonus

Beloit Health System; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Beloit Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our Pulmonary Care team in Wisconsin. The role involves evaluating, treating, and coordinating care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions alongside physicians and nurses.

Responsibilities include administering therapies, operating ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP devices, performing diagnostic tests, and responding to emergencies. Requires Wisconsin license, CRT/NRP, CPR, and AMA-approved training.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved program for Respiratory Therapists.
• CRT credentials obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Licensed by the State of Wisconsin to practice Respiratory Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• NRP certification within 1 year of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders and cardiopulmonary conditions.
• Assess, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
• Administer respiratory therapies including oxygen therapy and airway management.
• Operate ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP devices, and other respiratory equipment.
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling, pulse oximetry, and pulmonary function testing.
• Respond to emergencies including rapid response and code blue events.
• Assist with intubation procedures and maintain artificial airways.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans with physicians.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and treatments.
• Maintain documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and infection prevention.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Emergency response

Ethics

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program

Wisconsin Respiratory Therapist license

CRT credential within 12 months of hire

Job description

Beloit Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our Pulmonary Care team in Wisconsin. The role involves evaluating, treating, and coordinating care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions alongside physicians and nurses.

Responsibilities include administering therapies, operating ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP devices, performing diagnostic tests, and responding to emergencies. Requires Wisconsin license, CRT/NRP, CPR, and AMA-approved training.