Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

ochsner; Lafayette (LA); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ochsner in Lafayette, LA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver RT-CRT care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support from neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform procedures under physician orders and ensure high-quality care per policy.

Requirements include an Associate's degree, state licensure, NBRC registration, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. Strong data entry, communication, and patient education skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilités

• 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 age-appropriate criteria and privacy considerations.
• Adapts care to the specific patient population.

Connaissances

Communication

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Formation

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree preferred

Outils

Respiratory care equipment

EMR software

Windows OS

Description du poste

Ochsner in Lafayette, LA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver RT-CRT care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support from neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform procedures under physician orders and ensure high-quality care per policy.

Requirements include an Associate's degree, state licensure, NBRC registration, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. Strong data entry, communication, and patient education skills are essential.