• Respiratory Care Assistant

    UnityPoint Health (Madison, WI)


    15062BR

    FTE: 0.0

     

    Shift: As needed by department.

     

    Compensation: $18.60/hr., Based upon experience

     

    Hours Per Week: 0-40, based on department need.

     

    Weekends: Yes

     

    Per Diem Non-Benefit Eligible

     

    Shift: Variable

     

    The Respiratory Therapy Assistant (RTA) is a respiratory student who is currently enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program or is a recent graduate working towards licensure. The RTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT). RTAs are responsible for providing basic respiratory care to adult, non-intensive patients.

     

    *If at any point the RTA withdraws from or is not in good standing in the Respiratory Therapy Program, their employment will be terminated.

     

    At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

     

    Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:

     

    + Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

    + Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

    + Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

     

    With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

     

    And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

     

    Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

    Education:

    + Enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program or recent graduate working toward licensure.

    License/Certifications:

    + Upon successful completion of Respiratory Therapy program, must obtain licensure within 3 months.

    + Should license not be obtained, the RTA may be terminated from the RTA position

    + Upon completion of licensure, the RTA will be eligible for reemployment as a Respiratory therapist

    •​​​​​​​​​​​​​Experience:

    + Excellent communication and organizational skills

    + Basic computer skills

    Other:

    + CPR

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