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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Hospital Travel Contract in Milwaukee, WI

Explore a Milwaukee respiratory therapist job as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a 13-week hospital travel contract. Join a dedicated respiratory care team and provide comprehensive cardiopulmonary care in an on-site acute-care environment. Milwaukee offers a vibrant community with waterfront attractions, diverse neighborhoods, and convenient access to cultural, dining, and outdoor activities.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital and acute-care environment
• Employment Type: Travel respiratory therapist contract
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,630–$1,750
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week; 12-hour day shifts
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapist in a hospital or acute-care setting
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and authorization to practice in Wisconsin
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Competency with invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
• Strong patient assessment, clinical documentation, communication, and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians, nurses, and other members of the respiratory care team

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, identify respiratory care needs, and recommend appropriate treatment plans within the scope of professional practice
• Administer prescribed oxygen, aerosol, nebulizer, humidification, and mechanical ventilation therapies
• Operate, monitor, and perform safety checks on invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment
• Provide suctioning, chest physiotherapy, tracheostomy care, and secretion-clearance treatments
• Perform oximetry, capnography, arterial puncture, pulmonary function measurements, and 12-lead EKGs as appropriate
• Assist with bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, chest tube placement, intubation, and other respiratory procedures
• Perform and support endotracheal tube insertion and removal using approved techniques and equipment
• Provide patient education regarding respiratory treatments, procedures, equipment, and discharge needs
• Respond to cardiopulmonary emergencies and perform resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines
• Document assessments, treatments, patient responses, charges, and handoff information accurately and promptly
• Communicate clinical findings and treatment effectiveness to physicians and the interdisciplinary care team
• Assist with patient transport and equipment maintenance while following applicable policies and safety standards

Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist travel contract in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and join a collaborative hospital respiratory care team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.