Compassionate Respiratory Therapist - Patient Care

Ochsner Health System; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Gretna, LA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care and oxygen services for in-patients and out-patients across age groups. The role includes ventilatory support, arterial blood gas analysis, EKGs, and education of patients and staff.

Required education includes an Associate's Degree with licensure as a Respiratory Therapist; NBRC RRT certification and BLS/ACLS within 90 days of hire are required.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on physical; psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal and written communication

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Gretna, LA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care and oxygen services for in-patients and out-patients across age groups. The role includes ventilatory support, arterial blood gas analysis, EKGs, and education of patients and staff.

Required education includes an Associate's Degree with licensure as a Respiratory Therapist; NBRC RRT certification and BLS/ACLS within 90 days of hire are required.