Respiratory Therapist

Company: HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Title -Respiratory Therapist – Travel Contract Location: Milwaukee, WI 53215 About the Facility Level III Trauma Center Level III NICU Magnet Designated Hospital Comprehensive Stroke Center Total Beds: 933 COVID-19 Vaccination: Required Position Overview SLMC is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to support their Respiratory Therapy Services team. The therapist will provide respiratory care primarily to adult and geriatric patients, with occasional pediatric cases in the Emergency Department. General Requirements Experience Required: Minimum 1 year First-Time Travelers: Accepted upon review Patient Population Adults and Geriatrics (Primary) Limited Pediatric patients in the ED Patient Ratio: 1:1 Required Certifications BLS ACLS CRT or RRT Required Skills Candidates must have experience with: Ventilator Management CPAP / BiPAP Nebulizer Treatments A-Line Placement Intubation Assistance Vent Weaning Extubation ABG Collection & Interpretation Equipment Used Experience with the following ventilators is preferred: AVEA Vents Servo-U Vents LPU 1200 Vents Parapack Vents (MRI use) Hamilton Vents (Transport) Documentation & Systems Charting System: EPIC Medication System: Pyxis Unit Details Therapists may float to all units within the hospital as needed. Orientation Minimum one shift orientation to learn workflow and unit processes. Scheduling & Expectations Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend Time Off: Up to 7 days (with approval) On-Call: Varies Holiday Coverage: Varies ?? Block scheduling is not available SLMC follows a Fatigue Policy : Staff cannot work more than 60 hours per week Maximum 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts Additional Information Scrub Color: Any color (No camo or denim) Parking: Free

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