Respiratory Therapist / Respiratory Therapist Resident

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition benefits

Flexible schedules

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Madison, WI, is searching for experienced Respiratory Therapists. Join a remarkable team providing critical respiratory services in an ECMO Center of Excellence. The ideal candidate will collaborate in a respected interdisciplinary team, and have opportunities for professional growth. This position offers competitive compensation, sign-on bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance and various work schedules to promote work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in Wisconsin within 6 months.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and diagnostic respiratory services to patients.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team ensuring high-quality patient care.
• Act as a resource to physicians and health care professionals.

Skills

Patient care

ECMO knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited School for Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Work Schedule

Various FTE and shifts available, typically rotating 8 or 12‑hour day/evening, evening/night, or day/night shifts. Every other weekend, holiday, and on‑call rotation required. If 100% FTE: Monday‑Friday, evening shift. This posting represents all available Respiratory Therapist and Resident openings with UW Health. Positions available in multiple specialties/areas.

Job Description

Join our remarkable Respiratory Therapy team that works tirelessly every day to save lives.

Pay

• External hires may be eligible for up to a $5,000 or $10,000 sign‑on bonus (pro‑rated based on FTE).
• Additional components of compensation may include:
  • Evening and night shift differential
  • Weekend differential
  • On‑call pay
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.

Be part of something remarkable

• Provide treatment and diagnostic respiratory services to patients.
• Work at an ECMO Center of Excellence and Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Be an important member of an interdisciplinary team to ensure high‑quality patient care.
• Act as a resource to physicians and health care professionals.
• Gain experience within the organization and seek growth opportunities, which may include senior/lead roles and ECMO Specialist positions.

At UW Health, you will have

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two‑week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well‑being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility – UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work‑life balance.

Education

Minimum – Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited School for Respiratory Therapy within the last 6 months.

Preferred – Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited School for Respiratory Therapy.

Work Experience

Preferred – Recent Respiratory Therapist Experience.

Certifications

Minimum –

• Must obtain Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the State of Wisconsin within 6 months
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within 6 months of hire
• CPR/BLS

Preferred –

• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the State of Wisconsin
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification within 12 months required (If pediatrics position)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification within 12 months required (If pediatrics position)

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital

Madison is a Magnet®‑designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation’s leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

American Family Children’s Hospital

Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®‑designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU , which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

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