Critical Care Respiratory Therapist – Rapid Response

Jobtome; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support across patient ages from neonatal to geriatric. The role involves monitoring and weaning Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, and performing ABG analyses and EKGs in alignment with physician orders.

The position requires an Associate's Degree, current Respiratory Therapist license in Louisiana, NBRC CRT credential, BLS, and ACLS within 90

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required.
• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a CRT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification for NICU therapists.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory 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.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Windows proficiency

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support across patient ages from neonatal to geriatric. The role involves monitoring and weaning Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, and performing ABG analyses and EKGs in alignment with physician orders.

The position requires an Associate's Degree, current Respiratory Therapist license in Louisiana, NBRC CRT credential, BLS, and ACLS within 90