Work Schedule :

90 % FTE, 36 hours/week. 8 or 10 -hour day shifts scheduled between the hours of 6:15 AM - 1:45 PM . Hours may vary based on the operational needs of department.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist Discharge Planner to:

• Collaborate with the Nurse Case Manager and the entire care team in the development of care standards and guidelines for improving quality of care, collaborating discharge, and reducing re-admissions.
• Offer clinical expertise in assessment, recommendations and implementation of care plans/equipment.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. Full time benefits for part time work.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited School for Respiratory Therapy Required

Work Experience

• 3 years experience as a staff therapist Required
• Clinic experience in the adult or pediatric population Required
• Experience with discharge planning and coordination of respiratory durable medical equipment for the home Required

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
• CPR/BLS Certified Upon Hire Required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire Required

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

Job Description

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