Respiratory Therapist - Neuro Diagnostics
Madison, Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel/Contract

Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Evening/Night shifts, 8 or 12 hours
• Shift times include: 1900-0730, 2300-0730, 1500-2330
• Every other weekend rotation, holidays, and 1 on-call shift every 6 weeks
• Total of 36 hours per week
• Position supports multiple hospital locations

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in Wisconsin
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a staff Respiratory Therapist, including experience within the last year
• Experience in an Academic Level 1 Trauma Center or similar size hospital
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist credential
• Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (AHA)
• RRT credential (NBRC)
• Wisconsin RCP license
• Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP may be required depending on unit assignment

Experience Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Background check within 90 days prior to start date, including nationwide and multi-county searches
• Education verification of Respiratory Therapy program graduation
• State-specific caregiver screening for Wisconsin within 90 days of start
• Drug screening per standard clinical requirements
• Physical exam and immunization documentation as per facility and state requirements

Immunization & Health Requirements

• Proof of immunizations or immunity for:

  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
  • Varicella (Chickenpox)
  • Hepatitis B (vaccination series or declination form)
  • Influenza seasonal vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (annual)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (proof of at least one adult Tdap)
  • TB testing (IGRA blood test or two-step skin test) and TB questionnaire annually
  • Meningococcal vaccine or declination if working in specific departments

Testing & Competency

• Facility-specific telemetry exams may be required if applicable
• Medication and pharmacology competency exams as applicable
• Pass/fail testing for EKG/medication knowledge depending on unit assignment

Additional Notes

• Photo for badge must meet specific guidelines (passport-style, no selfies, solid background)
• Various facility-specific forms and acknowledgments required prior to start
• References: 2 clinical references within the last 3 years required (Aya standard)
• Employment application and annual skills checklist required

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity academic hospital setting with a diverse patient population, including pediatric and adult care. Candidates should be prepared for varied shift schedules and on-call responsibilities.