Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Marshfield Clinic Health System; Town of Weston (WI); On-site; USD 41,328 - 60,614; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Weston, WI, is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist. This role includes assessing and managing patients with cardiopulmonary disorders, providing education, and ensuring quality care. The ideal candidate must possess a degree in Respiratory Care, hold current RRT credentials, and be licensed in the state of practice. The position offers flexible shift hours and an attractive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited program is required.
• Current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice is necessary.
• Must maintain Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide therapeutic intervention for patients with respiratory disorders.
• Educate patients on preventative care and self-management.
• Perform regular assessments of patients and necessary adjustments in therapy.

Skills

Knowledge of respiratory care procedures

Computer skills for documentation

Assessment and analysis of patients

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Respiratory Care

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Weston

Location: Weston, WI

Address: 3400 Ministry Pkwy, Weston, WI 54476, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: Part time

Weekly Hours: 24.00

Salary Range: 30.00 - 44.00

Pay Info: This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus!

The scope of work for a respiratory therapist includes assessment, therapeutic intervention and education for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and/or sleep disorders or associated complications. Respiratory therapists assess individuals to prevent, detect, monitor and manage disease and complications. Respiratory therapists provide therapeutic interventions to directly impact cardiopulmonary health as well as overall health status according to established goals and interdisciplinary care plans. Respiratory therapists provide education to promote preventative care, self-management, enhanced cardiopulmonary health and quality of life. May provide education and data management relative to sleep-disordered breathing. Performs regular assessments of patients and the equipment they are using in order to adjust therapy. Collect and/or analyzes patients' blood and other specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide and other gases. Measures the patient's lung capacity to determine if there are any impairments. Offers diagnosis results and treatment suggestions based on the analysis of the patient.

Qualifications

• A degree in Respiratory Care from an accredited respiratory care program is required; minimum associate degree or equivalent as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Respiratory Therapists must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all procedures, indications, contraindications and hazards involved in respiratory care, as well as knowledge of equipment utilized in their department.
• Demonstrates the ability and knowledge required to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for quality care.Must complete orientations, competency validations, and other in-servicing as required by the department and hospital.
• Must have current Respiratory Therapy licensure in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges as required by position.
• Must have Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials as attained through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and maintain active status according to NBRC credentialing requirements.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
• Must obtain site-specific specialty credential(s) such as Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), etc.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0253559

Job Function: Allied Health

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