Respiratory Therapist

About the role

Location: Racine, WI • Facility: All Saints • Department: Respiratory Care

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute personalized, evidence-based respiratory care plans to restore optimal lung function and ensure rapid patient stability.
• Manage advanced respiratory care modalities, specialized equipment, and life-support systems, providing critical, life-saving interventions for patients with acute insufficiencies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of all respiratory treatments and administered medications based on real-time patient outcomes, making timely clinical adjustments to optimize recovery.
• Respond immediately to all cardiopulmonary emergencies and resuscitation team calls, serving as a critical member of the rapid response team to stabilize acute crises.
• Empower patients and their families by providing clear, compassionate education on their condition and treatment to ensure safe, confident self-management after discharge.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Schedule

Weekend Only Program | Part-time