Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Edgerton Hospital; Town of Fulton (WI); Presencial; USD 39.000 - 55.000; A tiempo parcial

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Per Diem premium added

Shift differential

Descripción de la vacante

Edgerton Hospital is seeking a PRN Respiratory Therapist to join our Cardiopulmonary/RT/Sleep team. You will deliver respiratory care, tests, and education across age groups while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a Wisconsin license, CRT, BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS, with 1–3 years of experience preferred. Per diem premiums and shift differentials apply, supporting flexible scheduling.

Formación

• Associate’s degree from an accredited respiratory care program.
• 1-3 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred.
• American Heart Association BLS/CPR is required; ACLS and PALS are required.
• Wisconsin License Respiratory Care Practitioner is required; CRT is required; RRT preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Performs assessments to gather data for patient needs.
• Develops/implements plan of care for patients and families.
• Conducts pulmonary function testing and reads results.
• Administers nebulizer treatments and oxygen therapy.
• Sets up and monitors artificial ventilation.
• Manages airway procedures and arterial blood gas draws.
• Performs EKGs, CPAP/BiPAP, and sleep oximetry.
• Performs cardiac stress testing and bronchoscopy assistance.
• Assists with instrument readiness and emergency equipment.
• Contributes to department Quality Program and daily operations.

Educación

Associate’s degree in respiratory care

1-3 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred

BLS/CPR certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Wisconsin license: Respiratory Care Practitioner

CRT certification

RRT certification preferred

Descripción del empleo

• Location 11101 N Sherman Rd,Edgerton, WI, 53534,United States
• Job Category Clinical Professional
• Employee Type PERDIEM (Non-Exempt)
• Manage Others No

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]

With a range of services - from emergency care to diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation and surgery - we serve people of all ages in Edgerton, Milton, Janesville, Whitewater, and the surrounding communities. Edgerton Hospital has been the center of the community’s health care since 1920, and we continue to grow and evolve in response to changing medical needs.

Our Mission

Improving Health & Wellness for Longer, Healthier Lives

Our Vision

We will serve our communities with exceptional quality, innovative health services and wellness promotion.

Our Values

I CARE
Integrity. Compassion. Accountability. Respect. Excellence.

OurRespiratory Therapist reports to our Cardiopulmonary/RT/Sleep Director and supports Edgerton Hospital by providing best practice, quality respiratory care and education to patients with pulmonary diseases or conditions using a variety of techniques and equipment. The Respiratory Therapist performs pulmonary function testing, sleep oximetry testing, EKG services and a variety of other services. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and communicates effectively to support patient outcomes. Ensures patient care meets quality standards established by Edgerton Hospital and Health Services, the department, and regulatory agencies. Maintains skills and knowledge necessary to provide safe, effective, and developmentally appropriate respiratory care to patients of all ages.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs Assessments designed to gather data relevant to patient’s individual needs.
• Develop/implement plan of care to meet individual patient/family needs.
• Conduct Pulmonary Function Testing and ensure it is read.
• Administer patient nebulizer treatments.
• Setting up and monitoring of patients on artificial ventilation.
• Responsible for airway management.
• Drawing of Arterial Blood Gases and ensuring they are delivered to the lab.
• Setup and monitoring patients on a CPAP and Bi-PAP.
• Monitoring Sleep oximetry.
• Performing of EKGs on inpatients and outpatients
• Performs Cardiac Stress Testing including exercise stress testing, nuclear, and stress echo.
• Assist physicians with bronchoscopy.
• Oximetry checks on inpatients and outpatients.
• Metered Dose Inhalers administration.
• Assist with employee fit testing
• Monitor portable oxygen delivery systems and exchange as necessary.
• Assure availability and appropriateness of all respiratory emergency equipment throughout the organization.
• Assist with development, data collection, and resulting departmental Quality Program.
• Assist in other duties as assigned and/or requested to meet day to day operations of the department.
• The positions essential functions require the handling or use of hazardous drugs.
• Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.

Requirements

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree from an accredited respiratory care program
• 1 to 3 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR REGISTRATIONS

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification for healthcare providers is required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is required
• Current State of Wisconsin License Respiratory Care Practitioner is required
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)is required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is preferred

Summary

Edgerton Hospital is seeking a PRN Respiratory Therapist.

• 20% Per Diem premium added to hourly base rate.
• Shift differential for applicable shifts