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Respiratory Therapy
At Froedtert Health, your career in Respiratory Therapy is more than a job. It's a place to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact. Here, you'll work with advanced technology and a team that values your expertise as you care for some of the most complex and rewarding patient cases in Wisconsin.

Join a team recognized nationally for advancing respiratory care practices and discover what's possible when you're supported to do your best work. 
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Grow your career from the start

We’re proud to offer the region’s only Respiratory Therapy Clinical Ladder, designed to help you build your skills, confidence, and leadership from day one. Whether you’re entering the field as a student intern or joining as a seasoned practitioner, you’ll have a clear path for advancement with mentorship, recognition, and financial rewards at every level.
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Start strong with hands-on learning

Our Respiratory Therapy Residency Program helps new graduates confidently transition from the classroom to clinical practice. Through simulation labs, structured classroom education, and direct mentorship, you’ll gain the real-world experience needed to care for critically ill and complex patients.
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Learn from leaders shaping the profession

At Froedtert Health, you’ll work alongside respiratory care leaders whose research and innovation are recognized in national publications such as Respiratory Care and AARC. Their groundbreaking work on optimizing therapy practices and advancing patient outcomes is helping set new standards across the country-right here in Wisconsin.
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Find your fit across our specialties

With more specialty areas than any other health system in the state, including cardiovascular, neuro, transplant, surgical, and hyperbaric care, you’ll have the chance to explore new challenges and expand your expertise. Wherever you choose to grow, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to excellence, collaboration, and the highest level of patient care.


Opportunities for advancement in respiratory care
We believe in supporting your growth every step of the way. Our Clinical Ladder recognizes your expertise, leadership, and commitment to excellence in patient care.
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Investing in your learning and development
Mentoring and continued education is baked into our work environment. We use our state-of-the-art simulation lab as part of orientation to support hands-on learning. Our residency program requires 4 simulations to be completed. We also have educators from area schools who practice at our facilities, helping bridge education and clinical work.

How we support your growth:
  • Clinical ladder program that encourages advanced credentialing with a 5% financial increase as you level up
  • State-of-the-art simulation lab for hands-on skill development
  • Structured residency program with comprehensive simulation training
  • Educator partnerships connecting academic knowledge with clinical practice
  • Continuous learning opportunities integrated into your daily work

We believe investing in our team members' development creates better outcomes for both our team members and our patients.
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Rewards and benefits
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Sign on bonuses
Respiratory Care Practitioner: $1,000-$10,000 depending on location, shift and level. 

Respiratory Therapist: $5,000-$15,000 depending on education level and licensing. 5% increase with credentialing completion.
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Scheduling

We offer self-scheduling. Multiple weekend and holiday rotations available to meet your work-life balance needs.
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Work life balance
We prioritize your wellbeing through meaningful balance. Our celebration committee organizes regular team activities and special events, including Respiratory Week festivities with food and games, because we believe connecting as a team enhances both your experience and our patient care.
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Tuition Reimbursement
Team members in benefit eligibility tiers 1-2 (0.5-1.0 Full-time Equivalent/FTE) may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for classes that begin on or after their date of hire. Reimbursement for team members in Tiers 1 - 2 is up to $7,500 per calendar year

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Hear from our team members
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“I chose to transition from an EKG Tech to a Respiratory Therapist because I wanted to expand my impact in patient care and be more directly involved in life-support and critical care situations. I’ve always been drawn to the hands-on, fast-paced nature of respiratory therapy, and I love that it constantly challenges me to learn and grow while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives."
Alison
Respiratory Therapist
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“The supportive and grounded team I work with is a key reason I choose to stay at Froedtert Health, along with the ongoing opportunities for growth."
Didi
Respiratory Care Practitioner I
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“Stay solution-focused, take the initiative, and be someone your team can count on when things get busy or stressful. Leadership isn’t about having a title. It’s about consistently showing up with professionalism, accountability, and a drive to make things better."
Jessica
MHA, RRT, RRT-ACCS, AE-C

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If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. Applicants may contact our recruitment team to request and arrange for accommodations at any time during the applicant process by calling 262-439-1961 or emailing: careers@froedtert.com.