(Archived) Registered Respiratory Therapist - (RRT)

Job Description & Requirements
Registered Respiratory Therapist - (RRT)
StartDate: 08/30/2021Pay Rate: $1250.00 - 1600.00

Registered Respiratory Therapist Needed*Will consider candidates without WI license but must apply within 48 hours of offer accepted and provide proof of application. BLS Certified (AHA) EMR: EPICLocation: UW Health University Hospital Madison, WI

Required Qualifications
RRT
Do not submit candidates who have or will have expiring licenses and/or certifications during time frame of entire assignment. Candidates will automatically be declined**
Traveler must have permanent address outside 50 miles radius of Madison

Minimum education; Graduate of a COARC accredited School for Respiratory Therapy. Traveler must have permanent address outside 75 miles radius of Madison. 1 year experience as a staff therapist. Completion of previous 13 week travel assignment. Experience in academic level 1 - Trauma center. Must have active WI state license and BLS certification.

Preferred Qualifications
***Travelers are the first to float. The Traveler may have shifts scheduled in multiple units, depending on the current staffing needs. During the traveler’s assignment, if the primary unit no longer has a need shifts will be re-assigned to another unit to complete contract.

About the Facility
Serving Madison and surrounding areas, this hospital has been providing top quality medical care since it opened its doors in 1924. Today, the facility exists as a 566-bed academic medical center that maintains a robust 85 outpatient clinics. The hospital is an ACS designated Level I adult and pediatric trauma center, one of 2 in the state. It maintains six intensive care units, including trauma, pediatrics, and cardiology. The Joint Commission accredited hospital is regarded as one of the leading healthcare providers in the region.

Facility Location
Blending big-city culture with small town charm, the state capital of Wisconsin is regularly rated as one of the best places to live in America. Home to the University of Wisconsin, Madison boasts a picturesque location with four lakes on its doorstep, more than 200 parks, maple-lined avenues filled with boutiques, bookstores and coffee shops, and an easy-going, friendly attitude.

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Free Private Housing
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!