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Respiratory Therapist - $32-48 per hour

Advocate Aurora Health

Wauwatosa, WI
1 day ago
$32.45 - $48.70

Job Description

Join Advocate Aurora Health as a Respiratory Therapist and make a difference in patient care. Utilize your skills to support respiratory health and collaborate with a dedicated team in a rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support assessment of patients using respiratory therapy processes
  • Operate specialized ventilators in various care settings
  • Provide medication treatments and therapies as prescribed
  • Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment
  • Educate patients on therapy techniques and disease management
  • Collaborate with other departments for patient care
  • Ensure compliance with safety measures and report issues
  • Teach and mentor new staff and students

Required Qualifications

  • Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
  • Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits & Perks

Shift differentials for PM, nights, weekends401(k) company contribution and matchingOpportunity for yearly merit increasesHoliday payGuaranteed hoursContinuing educationPet insuranceWellness and fitness programsMileage reimbursementEmployee assistance programsMedical, dental, and vision benefitsLife insuranceDiscount program