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Gundersen Health System
La Crosse, Wisconsin

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory TherapistIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$33.78/hr

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Job Description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

30

Want to connect with a Recruiter? Text RTJOBS to (608) 291-4183 to connect directly or email mkbeyer@emplifyhealth.org

We’re not just filling positions, we’re building careers! At Emplify Health, we care for our teams, while they care for their communities. Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change, Emplify Health supports you now and into the future. Join us and find out how a little empathy changes everything.

Our award‑winning culture ensures Respiratory Therapists are valued, supported, and empowered to deliver exceptional patient care—while earning a competitive wage.

Position Details

  • Part-time openings available!
  • Shifts Available: Day/Night rotation, Day/PM rotation, straight days and straight nights. Every third weekend and rotating holidays is required
  • Starting rate of $33.78/hr + more for experience
  • Shift Differentials: PM – $2.50/hour | Nights – $4.00/hour | Weekends - $3.00/hour
  • Location: La Crosse, Wisconsin

What You’ll Do

  • Work independently while collaborating across departments to improve patient outcomes
  • Assess cardiopulmonary status and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized respiratory care plans
  • Provide education and support to patients and families in outpatient settings

What You’ll Receive

$15K sign-on bonus for candidates with 2yr+ experience (paid out 1/2 after 6 months of employment and the other 1/2 paid out on day 366)

$10K sign-on bonus for candidates with less than 2 years of experience (paid out 1/2 after 6 months of employment and the other 1/2 paid out on day 366)

$15K in relocation assistance for eligible candidates (Must be relocating more than 100 miles away from La Crosse, WI)

  • A welcoming, engaged team environment that supports both new and experienced staff
  • Comprehensive training and mentorship
  • Industry-leading retirement and healthcare benefits

What You Need

  • Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) – National Board for Respiratory Care
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) – State of Wisconsin
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – within 2 years of hire
  • Current Infant-Adult BLS for Healthcare Providers

About Emplify Health

Emplify Health, a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, is a leading not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics, we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist will assess cardiopulmonary status and develop individualized respiratory care plans while collaborating across departments. They are also responsible for providing education and support to patients and their families in outpatient settings.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy and possess both a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential and a Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license. Additionally, current Infant-Adult BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Key Skills

Cardiopulmonary assessmentRespiratory care planningPatient educationClinical collaboration

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 70% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution19 jobs

9
<$105k
8
$105k-120k
1
$132k
1
$139k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs

401k / retirement match
76%
Sign-on bonus
35% this job
Relocation assistance
24% this job
PSLF eligible
12%
CME allowance
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Beth Israel Lahey Health · Danvers, Minnesota

$39.59-$58.83/hr
#2

Respiratory Therapist II PRNPer Diem

Sentara Health · South Boston, Virginia

$37.61-$55.27/hr
#3

Registered Respiratory Therapist MRMC - 32 hours Days

$29.71-$53.49/hr
#4

Registered Respiratory Therapist MRMC - 32 hrs Eve

$29.71-$53.49/hr
+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,773 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in La Crosse

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$277k
Typical market rent
$1,080/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.8
State income tax
Up to 7.7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Gundersen Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
La Crosse, WI
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$15K sign-on bonus for 2yr+ experience
$10K sign-on bonus for less than 2 years experience
$15K relocation assistance
Comprehensive training and mentorship
Industry-leading retirement and healthcare benefits