Cardiopulmonary RRT - Day Shift Therapy Expert

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with full understanding of equipment and patient effects.

The role requires AR/CBLO credentials, Louisiana licensure as a respiratory therapist, and current BLS/ALS with ILCOR-approved courses. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30a–4:00p, with emphasis on patient safety and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Pulmonary Function testing experience required.
• Current NBRC credentials as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist in Louisiana.
• BLS and ALS certifications with manikin check-off; PALS/NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all therapeutic and diagnostic procedures in the department.
• Understand equipment, supplies, indications, contraindications, and patient physiologic effects.

Skills

Pulmonary Function testing

BLS/ALS certification

Basic computer skills

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy/Cardiopulmonary Science program

Louisiana license as Respiratory Therapist

NBRC Registered/Certified Respiratory Therapist

ILCOR-certified with manikin check-off

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with full understanding of equipment and patient effects.

The role requires AR/CBLO credentials, Louisiana licensure as a respiratory therapist, and current BLS/ALS with ILCOR-approved courses. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30a–4:00p, with emphasis on patient safety and high-quality care.