Supervisor - Respiratory Therapy - Milwaukee

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Childrens Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

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Role & Responsibility:

• Serves as a supervisor for Respiratory staff who provide direct patient care. Also oversees department operations to ensure efficiency and availability of resources to address patient needs.
• Is an active member of the leadership team, supporting overall department functions to ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulations.
• Applies scientific knowledge, technical expertise and theory to practical clinical problems and is often required to exercise clinical judgment.
• Acts as liaison to physicians and other members of the health care team.

Location & Schedule:

SCHEDULE

• Monday | 10 Hour Day Shift
• 3 Additional 10 Hour Night Shifts (Tuesday - Thursday)

LOCATION

• ONSITE | Children's WI Hospital Wauwatosa Main Campus

Education, License & Certification:

• Current license by the State of Wisconsin as a Respiratory Care Practitioner with current registered Respiratory Therapist credential. Current supervisors who graduated prior to January 1, 2005 will be grandfathered with current CRT credential

• Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required within 6 months of hire.

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required within 6 months of hire for supervisor with neonatal ICU responsibilities.

• Completion of respiratory therapy program. Bachelors degree preferred.

• Neonatal Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialist preferred.

• Bachelors degree preferred.

Experience :

• Three years of adult and/or pediatric experience, including pediatric/neonatal disease and special respiratory care procedures.

• Previous experience as team lead and /or participation in teams/groups.

• Experience with an EHR strongly preferred.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Childrens values and support our mission and vision.

• Demonstrates prioritization, critical-thinking and decision-making skills

• Embraces change that improves results and assists others through the change process.

• Communicates effectively in a timely manner. Collaboratively maintains effective working relationships with the health care team in solving problems/issues in delivery of services.

• Requires a high level of analytical skills and critical thinking skills to evaluate problems, develop plans and procedures to achieve resolution/completion and evaluate effectiveness.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be willing and able to safely travel in both modes of vehicle transport: ground ambulance and helicopter.

• There is potential for personal injury from equipment or instruments and vehicular accidents.

• Must complete annual Physical Capacity Exam and pass within CHW standards.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

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