- Location
- Milwaukee Hospital, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- Workday
Description
At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.
Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.
We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.
Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/
If a new graduate, will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner.
The Respiratory Therapist - graduate will take the skills, knowledge and clinical experience gained in school to work directly with a preceptor to build competencies in respiratory equipment, treatments, and patient assessment to provide the best and safest care to patients in the hospital setting.
Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with a minimum of an Associate's Degree is required. (*students anticipating MAY 2026 graduation may apply now for consideration)
Must produce proof of passing the NBRC credentialing exam at minimum of CRT level prior to starting in position and have a Respiratory Care Practitioner license issued by the State of Wisconsin in process.
Clinical experience in hospital or home care is preferred.
Possesses rudimentary assessment and basic analytical skills in order to perform limited patient observations.
Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required within 30 days of hire.
Requires interpersonal skills which involve collaborating with peers, supervisors and medical staff. Understands role of performing delegated tasks.
Prefer experience with computer skills. Ability to stand and walk for up to eighty percent of work time when performing job assignments.
Click here to learn more:
https://childrenswi.org/careers/who-we-hire/respiratory-therapist
- FTE .9 Nights. 12 hour shifts and every 3rd weekend rotation.
- Competitive salary & benefits package.
- For Night shift roles - a special Night pay premium $ in addition to standard shift differentials.
- Plus **Sign-on Bonus Eligible*
- Clinical & Professional Career Development Program
Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.
Certifications/Licenses:
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council