Respiratory Therapist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description PRN Position Respiratory Therapists educate, diagnose, and treat people who are suffering from heart and lung problems. Specialized in both cardiac and pulmonary care, Respiratory Therapists often collaborate with the care team in various aspects of clinical care of patients. Respiratory Therapists are specialists in airway management; actively maintaining an open airway during management of trauma and intensive care. Respiratory Therapists often are in charge of initiating and managing life support for people in intensive care units and emergency departments, stabilizing and monitoring high risk patients being moved from hospital to hospital by air or ground ambulance, and administering inhaled drugs and medical gases such as asthma medication, oxygen, and anesthetic gases. Respiratory Therapists are also primary clinicians in conducting tests to measure lung function and teaching people to manage asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder among many other cardiac and lung functions. At Watertown Regional Medical Center, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. And we know that our healthcare professionals deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop in their chosen disciplines. The heart of WRMC is in its people, making our hospital a family that only the best is invited to join. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for healthcare, we invite you to apply today. Qualifications Qualifications: Associated Degree in Respiratory Therapy Required Licensed by the State of Wisconsin (RT) and registered (RRT, RCPT or CRTT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY Job:Respiratory Therapy Primary Location:WI-Watertown-Watertown Regional Medical Center Organization:0469 - Watertown Regional Medical Center Shift:Day Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Drug Free Workplace ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/BEB4354B7C724ED5