Respiratory Therapist - PRN - flexible schedule
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About this role
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/
Completion of respiratory therapy program.
Must have a valid Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
CRT required and RRT strongly preferred before start.
For PRN roles, at least 1 year of RCP work experience is preferred.
Must have current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.
Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification - American Heart Association (AHA) training is required within 6 months.
Basic personal computer skills required.
Must possess analytical skills necessary to resolve complex clinical problems relating to respiratory care issues and patient safety and welfare.
Ability to work independently and utilize time management, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills.
Ability to cope with physically and mentally stressful situations.
Interpersonal skills which frequently involve collaborating with peers, supervisors and medical staff on issues in order to accomplish objectives for patient care.
Ability to stand and walk for up to eighty percent of work time when performing job assignments or responding to emergency calls.
Ability to push or pull equipment that may weigh up to 170 lb. Ability to lift equipment/supplies up to 25 lb. Ability to lift or move patients from the neonate to adult. Ability to assemble complex equipment and perform fine motor skills.
PRN Schedule Options:
PRN Tier I:
• Three (3) – 12 hour shifts = 36 hours per 6 week schedule
PRN Tier II:
• Four (4)- 12 hour shifts = 48 hours per 6 week schedule
PRN Tier III:
• Six (6)- 12 hour shifts = 72 hours per 6 week schedule
* PRN RCP hires that transition to an FTE RCP position within 6 months of hire are eligible for the sign-on bonus typically reserved only for new hires
Click here to learn more: https://childrenswi.org/careers/who-we-hire/respiratory-therapist
Note: Pediatric work experience is NOT required. A desire to serve children and families is essential. Children's has a robust orientation process.
https://childrenswi.org/careers/switching-to-pediatrics
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, License Respiratory Care Practitioner (28) - State of Wisconsin, PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, RRT-Registered Respiratory Therapist - The National Board for Respiratory CareCompany
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