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DHS-DLTC-Central Wisconsin Center

County(ies):	Dane
Classification Title: / JAC:   Job Working Title:	RESPIRATORY THERAPIST 2 08-03217     (No working title) RESPIRATORY THERAPIST 3 08-03217     (No working title) RESPIRATORY THERAPIST 4 08-03217     (No working title)
Type of Employment:	Full Time (40 hrs/week) Part Time (less than 40 hrs/week)
Salary:	The starting salary is $19.054 per hour for the 2 level, $20.624 per hour for the 3 level, and $22.321 per hour for the 4 level, plus excellent benefits. The pay schedule/ranges are 06-15 (2 level), 06-16 (3 level), and 06-17 (4 level). A six-month probationary period is required. This classification is included in the Technical bargaining unit.
Special Qualifications:	Licensure or eligibility for licensure to practice Respiratory Care in the State of Wisconsin or proof of enrollment in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
Contact:	Dylan Eory, Human Resources Specialist, 608-266-3027, dylan.eory@dhs.wisconsin.gov
Bargaining Unit:	Technical
Area of Competition:	Open
Deadline to Apply:	Open
Exam Information:	Exam cannot be previewed.

The Department of Health Services (DHS); Division of Long Term Care (DLTC); Central Wisconsin Center (CWC) for the Developmentally Disabled in Madison.  NOTE: This is a continuous recruitment.  A vacancy may or may not be available at the time of your application. This announcement will be used to fill both full-time and part-time positions.  Information about CWC can be found at: http://dhs.wisconsin.gov/cwc.

Special Notes:   Due to the nature of the position, all applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow the Department of Health Services to conduct a security check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   All positions – Considerable knowledge of RT evaluation and treatment approaches. Ability to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing; function under general supervision; work from a standing, sitting, kneeling or stooping position; and set priorities.

Respiratory Therapist 3 and 4 – Expert Knowledge of RT evaluation and treatment approaches; care of special respiratory equipment and infection control; and computer software. Ability to work as part of a team; write professional reports in English; work cooperatively with others and use a problem-solving process; demonstrate good body mechanics; and operate vibrating machines such as Flimm Fighter.

Respiratory Therapist 4 – Knowledge of specialized RT procedures such as sleep studies, changing and monitoring tracheostomy tubes, etc.; emergency procedures; setting realistic and relevant resident goals; surgical procedures such as tracheotomies, tracheal esophageal diversion, etc.; adult teaching techniques; infection control procedures; and CPR procedures.

How To Apply:   Apply with an Application for State Employment form (OSER-DMRS-38), a detailed resume (be sure to note any direct care service experience) and proof of licensure or eligibility for licensure to practice Respiratory Care in the State of Wisconsin OR proof of enrollment in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program. This is the examination for this position.

The Application for State Employment form (OSER-DMRS-38) can be obtained on the Internet at http://oser.state.wi.us/docview.asp?docid=1121; or call our request line at (608) 267-9893 (Voice) or (608) 267-7371 (TTY); or e-mail dhsbhrjobs@wisconsin.gov. Send completed application/examination materials to Dylan Eory; DHS; Bureau of Human Resources; 1 W. Wilson St., Room 555; P.O. Box 7850; Madison, WI 53707-7850; FAX (608) 267-2147; or e-mail dylan.eory@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

Application/examination materials will be reviewed and qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process as vacancies occur.