Respiratory Therapist at Surgery Partners Careers

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 12/11/2025Job Summary:The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing pulmonary care in accordance with specific provider orders department policies and procedures. The Respiratory Therapist administers pulmonary care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system performing diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures related to the pulmonary system. The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality patient-centered care across a variety of clinical settings including inpatient and outpatient.Hours:.6 FTE - 24 Hours per week8 hour variable shifts - Monday through FridayEssential Job Functions:Advocate for patients rights preferences and needs ensuring that they receive high-quality compassionate care that is tailored to their individual circumstancesProject a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of the patient coworkers and the organization as appropriatePlans prepares and administers respiratory therapy treatments including IPPB aerosol chest physical therapy incentive spirometry CPAP BIPAP therapy and sputum inductions in accordance with established policies and proceduresPerforms arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedureAirway maintenance oral and nasal suctioning and mechanical airway ventilation and insertion of artificial airwayProvides support for or independently performs diagnostic pulmonary tests including bronchoscopiesProvides developmentally appropriate care to support patients of all ages during their hospitalizationDevelops individualized teaching plans based on the patients assessed learning needsAdministers respiratory therapy treatments and nebulized medications while understanding the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with eachUtilizes the electronic health record departmental forms flow charts and logbooks accurately and consistently in accordance with established protocols and documentation standardsDemonstrates knowledge of specialized examinations and tests associated with respiratory therapy and understand the reasons for the individual patients needs and respiratory therapy planDemonstrates competence and provides for the cleaning sterilization assembly and maintenance of equipment and stocking of supplies utilized by respiratory therapyEducate patients and families on respiratory care techniques home therapies and equipment useProvides thorough instructions and appropriate referrals for home care to ensure safe transition and continued respiratory managementMaintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record per hospital and department protocolsProvides EKG testing support when appropriate and upon requestEnsure infection control protocols and safety standards are followed in all aspects of patient careRespond to emergency situations using appropriate interventionsSupports multidisciplinary quality assessment and improvement activities and assists manager in updating and maintaining Respiratory Therapy policiesUse the organizations secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols including timely receipt and responses to communicationsPerform other duties as assignedKnowledge Skills & AbilitiesMedical TerminologyElectronic Medical Records (EMR) systemsQuality assurance and accreditation standardsUnderstanding of HIPAA regulations patient confidentiality laws and patient rightsEffective English communication in verbal and written formatQuality work including attention to detail and accuracyCarry out organization customer service standardsBasic computer proficiencyCarry out organization customer service standardsPrioritize tasks effectively through managing workload based on urgency and importanceCapacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamContinuously learn and improve through staying up to date on job specific trends policies and new technologiesSuccessfully demonstrate organization-wide performance review competenciesQualificationsDemonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program requiredCurrent Registered Respiratory Therapist licensure in the State of WisconsinBLS certification is required upon hireMust be able to achieve ACLS and PALS certification within six months of hireMinimum 2 years previous acute care hospital experience requiredEmergency department critical care experience preferredMust possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organizations secure messaging systemBenefits:Comprehensive health dental and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account with an employer contributionCompany paid life insuranceFree scrubs with laundry serviceFree mealsPTO401(k) retirement plan with 4% company matchTuition reimbursementWellness reimbursementEqual Employment Opportunity & Work Force DiversityOur organizationis an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race color creed sex religion marital status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition parental status sexual orientation veteran status genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation benefits training promotions transfers layoffs our organizationiscommitted to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information please review theKnow Your Rightsnotice from the Department of Labor. Key Skills Aluminium,Cooking,Corporate Risk Management,Kpo,HVAC Design,Java Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1