Respiratory Therapist
Madison, WI
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with a minimum of 2 years staff therapist experience and Trauma Level I/II experience for a 13-week assignment at a Magnet-designated teaching hospital.

Details

• Respiratory Care/Neuro Diagnostics unit at a teaching hospital
• 36 hours/week assignment
• Day/Evening shifts of 8 and 12 hours, including 07:00-19:30, 07:00-15:30, and 15:00-23:30
• Every other weekend rotation required
• On-call required once every 6-week scheduling period
• One winter holiday coverage of 2 block shifts required
• Floating required as needed
• Uses Epic charting system
• Cares for adult and pediatric patients in critical care and emergency department settings
• Performs ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, and IMV
• Performs arterial blood gas draws and interpretation
• Manages airway devices including ET tubes, HFNC, and tracheostomy care
• Administers various respiratory medications including bronchodilators and inhaled steroids

Requirements

• WI RCP license required (pending license accepted at time of submission); license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a staff respiratory therapist
• Pediatric and adult experience preferred
• Graduate of a COARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• NBRC RRT certification required
• BLS certification required (AHA only)
• Trauma Level I and Trauma Level II experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Must pass a telemetry exam with strict passing criteria prior to start, including 100% identification of lethal rhythms and 80% or higher overall passing score for both adult and pediatric exams

Additional Information

• Provide respiratory care to adult and pediatric patients in critical care and emergency department settings
• Perform chest physiotherapy, including vest therapy
• Assist with bronchoscopy and manage patients with ARDS, aspiration, cystic fibrosis, and fresh tracheostomy
• Administer nebulizer treatments via hand-held, trach collar, and ultrasonic methods
• Support neonatal and pediatric airway management including intubation assist, extubation, and suctioning
• Care for infants and children with RSV
• Located at a Magnet-designated facility ranked as Wisconsin's #1 hospital
• Onsite parking requires a permit; alternative transportation options such as bus and park & ride are available
• Travel experience preferred depending on candidate's overall experience level