RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - RESPIRATORY THERAPY

Aspirus, Inc; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day one

Retirement plan with match

Wellness program

Full benefits packages

Job summary

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital in Stevens Point, WI is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides respiratory and cardiopulmonary monitoring, diagnostics, and therapy under medical direction to patients of all ages.

Responsibilities include staff orientation, patient education, and collaborating with the care team to tailor treatments for adolescents to geriatrics.

Qualifications

• Graduation from AMA approved school of Respiratory Care with an associate degree.
• Bachelor's degree in respiratory care or biological sciences is beneficial.
• One year of critical care experience; beneficial in pulmonary function or cardiopulmonary lab.
• Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• Registered RRT or registry eligible within one year of hire.
• Current BLS certification or within 90 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification beneficial.
• Membership in American Association for Respiratory Care and ECG/arterial monitoring beneficial.
• ACLS beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory and cardiopulmonary monitoring, diagnostics, and therapy under medical direction.
• Assist in orientation and training of staff, students, and public.
• Care for patients of all ages, adjusting to age-specific needs.

Skills

Critical care experience

Respiratory care standards

ECG/arterial monitoring

EMT beneficial

NICU cert beneficial

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's in Respiratory Care or Biological Sciences

Job description

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.

These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital in Stevens Point, WI is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our team!

The Respiratory Care Practitioner provides respiratory and cardiopulmonary monitoring, diagnostics, and therapy services under medical direction to patients in a variety of care environments. Assists in orientation training of hospital staff, students and the public regarding respiratory disease and care. Provides respiratory care to patients of all ages, including adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Interprets patient information and understands treatment needs depending on the age of patients under care. Whenever applicable, demonstrates understanding of the needs of specific age groups in terms of their physical and motor development, psychosocial development, and intellectual/language development.

HOURS: Full Time or .9 FTE, 72 hours every pay period. 12- hour rotating shifts rotation, every third weekend, holiday rotation.

Experience/Qualifications

• Knowledge of respiratory care standards and protocols is normally acquired through graduation from an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care with an associate degree.
• A bachelor's degree in respiratory care or Biological Sciences is beneficial.
• One year of critical care experience and experience in pulmonary function or cardiopulmonary lab beneficial.
• An active Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• Registered RRT by the National Board of Respiratory Care, or registry eligible and obtained within one year of hire.
• Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire - All clinical personnel in identified job codes are required to maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) training through independent study, online manikin, and knowledge testing. An acceptable training program is the Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider course from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED. (See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training Policy).
• Neo-natal Resuscitation Program certification at time of hire or obtained within 6 months of employment for all Therapists assigned to NICU beneficial.
• Active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care, experience with electrocardiography, arterial monitoring, and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) beneficial.
• ACLS beneficial. Acceptable certification is the American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider Course or the American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider Course including a hands‑on skills practice session with an AHA ACLS or PALS instructor or by using a voice assisted manikin (VAM) system.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital is a fully accredited acute-care facility, offering expert, personalized care for residents of Stevens Point and Portage County. With more than 200 physicians, Stevens Point Hospital/Clinics and our medical group provides a comprehensive set of acute-care options, including both innovative and proven treatment plans. Our broad range of services include all major specialties, emergency medicine, urgent care, surgery, ICU/CCU, diagnostic radiology, rehabilitation, sports medicine, occupational and behavioral health, pathology, and sleep diagnostics. To learn more about Stevens Point click the following link: here.

Our Mission

We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision

Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health

is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.

About the Stevens Point Community

Conveniently located in the center of the state, the Stevens Point area is a recreational playground in the heart of central Wisconsin. Whether you're on the water or on land, from paddling the backwaters and sloughs or exploring 27-miles of the Green Circle Trail, adventure is calling your name. The fun continues by visiting local breweries, walking through local farmer's markets, and eating in distinct restaurants. Get to know the local arts & culture scene, inspired by the natural beauty of the area. Explore and purchase art from the blossoming artist community in numerous galleries.

Credentials

Essential:

• CPR or BLS
• RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTIONER
• NEONATAL RESUSCITATION PROGRAM