Ascension·Appleton, Wisconsin
Develop and implement tailored respiratory care plans while monitoring advanced therapies to ensure high-quality patient recovery. Provide life-saving interventions during emergency resuscitation codes and educate patients and families on managing health conditions.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Life at
Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees.
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Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Requires a Respiratory Care Practitioner credential from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board and BLS certification. Education requirements include a high school diploma with 2 years of experience, an associate/technical degree, or 4 years of applicable experience.
Market context
Respiratory Therapist roles in Wisconsin are often tied to hospital and acute-care staffing needs, especially where respiratory support and patient monitoring are central to care. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for a Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner credential, BLS certification, and either formal respiratory education or equivalent experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, including PTO, health insurance, parental leave, EAP support, and tuition reimbursement, then confirm the exact licensure and experience details in the original posting before applying.