A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
Respiratory Therapist Westfields Hospital dental insurance, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) United States, Wisconsin, Richmond 535 Hospital Road (Show on map) Aug 15, 2026 In collaboration with the Medical Directors, attending physician and the health care team, the Respiratory Staff supports and cares for patients diagnosed with lung, heart and sleeping disorders. They approach patients with empathy and care; administer diagnostic testing; treatments; educate patients about their diseases; and manage illness and related symptoms.
Work Schedule:
Casual Every 6th weekend with call and Holiday rotation
Required Qualifications:
Current WI RRT. Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications. PALS certification, within 6 months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in EPIC computer system
Benefits:
At Westfields Hospital & Clinic, we believe in providing our employees with exceptional benefits to help you thrive in your work. In addition to competitive wages, we offer a benefits package that includes health, dental insurance; 401k retirement program; competitive paid time off (PTO); short-term disability pay, long-term disability and life insurance options; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); education reimbursements; employee assistance programs (EAP), employee well-being program; free parking; employee recognition and rewards; social club discounts to area attractions and events; community volunteer pay.
About Us:
Westfields Hospital & Clinic is part of HealthPartners, the largest consumer-governed, non-profit health care organization in the nation with a mission to improve health and well-being in partnership with members, patients and the community. Located just 30 minutes east of the Twin Cities in the beautiful St. Croix Valley, Westfields is an award-winner hospital serving western Wisconsin with primary, acute, emergency and outpatient health care services. Our campus is in Richmond, where you'll find a comfortable small-town feel, just a stone's throw away from Minneapolis and St. Paul. As a partner for good, we believe that outstanding health care comes from combining science with compassion, spirit and humanity. Everyone on our team helps make health care and insurance simpler and more affordable for all. Join us and become a partner for good, helping to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members and the communities we serve.
