Respiratory Therapist Practitioner

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Health in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join the Respiratory Therapy department on the Day Shift. This full-time role offers the opportunity to evaluate patient needs, implement care plans, monitor patients, and support emergency responses.

You will educate patients and families, manage respiratory equipment, and maintain inventory while collaborating with a multidisciplinary medical team in a leading nonprofit health system.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 30 days of hire; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board before hire date.
• ALS and NRP preferred but not mandatory; AHA/ARC accepted.
• PALS preferred; ACLS/NRP credentials advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and plan care based on diagnosis; implement and adjust respiratory treatments.
• Monitor patients continuously and respond to emergencies as part of the medical team.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, and community resources.
• Manage respiratory equipment calibration, sterilization, and inventory.

Education

BLS Certification

Respiratory Care Practitioner credential

Advanced Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Facility: Columbia St. Maryâs
• Department: Respiratory Therapy
• Schedule: Day Shift l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Clinical Assessment & Planning: Evaluate patient needs based on diagnosis to develop, implement, and adjust comprehensive care plans and advanced respiratory modalities.
• Patient Monitoring & Emergency Response: Continuously monitor and record patient conditions, communicate status updates to the medical team, and respond to emergency resuscitation calls.
• Education & Support: Educate patients and their families on health conditions, medication administration, and the use of community support programs or available resources.
• Equipment & Inventory Management: Oversee the calibration, sterilization, and maintenance of all respiratory equipment while managing departmental inventory and supply levels.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate’s degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 30.62

Max Salary 42.69