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Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) PRN, Inpatient Rehabilitation

Respiratory TherapistPer Diem

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Job Description

Schedule: PRN

Your experience matters 

Rehabilitation Hospital of Oak Creek is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified
healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a
profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional
care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated
to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your
skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives
of those we serve. Come join us on our journey of opening a brand-new hospital!

More about our team

Rehabilitation Hospital of Oak Creek is a brand-new 40 bed inpatient
rehabilitation facility opening in 2026. We offer high-quality, compassionate
care for a wide variety of patients in need. We strive to maximize the health,
function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical
medicine and rehabilitation programs.

How you’ll contribute 

A Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who excels in this role:

* Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the
necessary equipment. Remains alert to assess possible side effects to oxygen
delivery.

* Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each
and the possible side effects associated with each.

* Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care
duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal
suctioning.

* Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or
participation in rehabilitation. Makes appropriate physician contact for
intervention.

* Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas
analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications
associated with the procedure.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing
excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position

also offers

* Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition
assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

* Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free
gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and
discount programs).

* Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement
opportunities.

What we’re looking for

* Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.

* Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.

* Current CPR certification. (Specify if BLS or ACLS)

* Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of
cardiopulmonary services highly preferred.

EEOC Statement

“Rehabilitation Hospital of Oak Creek is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. Rehabilitation Hospital of Oak Creek is committed to Equal Employment
Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable
laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist will administer respiratory treatments, monitor mechanical ventilators, and perform critical care duties including airway management. They are also responsible for assessing patient pain and performing arterial punctures for blood gas analysis.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure and be a graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy. A minimum of three years of experience in cardiopulmonary services and current CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mechanical ventilationArterial blood gas analysisPatient assessment

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 66% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Benefits & Perks

Tuition Assistance
Loan Assistance
401(k) with Company Match
Free Gym Memberships
Virtual Care Appointments
Mental Health Services
Discount Programs
Professional Development