Critical Care Respiratory Therapist — 24/7 On-Call

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients in a hospital setting. You will perform therapeutic procedures, document clinical information, and educate patients and staff.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, current state license as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire is required.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required for Respiratory Therapist role.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice; NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS required; ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory therapies per policy.
• Review and document clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and provide age-appropriate care.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients in a hospital setting. You will perform therapeutic procedures, document clinical information, and educate patients and staff.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, current state license as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire is required.