CRT, Certified Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therarpy

CHRISTUS Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive pulmonary care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under physician supervision.

The role includes airway management, ventilator operation, delivery of nebulized therapies, and monitoring blood gases, with a focus on accurate documentation and collaboration in CAP/JC surveys. Evening/overnight coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• RCP license in the state of employment is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• CRT through NBRC is required.
• 2–3 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies (Code Blue/White) as part of the team.
• Manage airways including suctioning and device placement.
• Deliver aerosolized medications and manage oxygen delivery.
• Operate and set up ventilators and supportive devices.
• Perform blood gas collection and analysis; assist with ECGs.
• Document accurately and maintain supplies and equipment.
• Participate in CAP and JC surveys.

Skills

Airway management

Ventilator management

Oxygen delivery

Aerosolized drugs delivery

Blood gas analysis

EKG analysis

Tools

BiPAP/CPAP devices

Job description

Summary:

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Include, but are not limited to:
  • Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
  • Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
  • Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
  • Ventilator management (i.e.: setup and operation);
  • Oral hygiene;
  • Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
  • Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
  • Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
  • Chest film analysis;
  • Bloodgas collection and analysis;
  • EKG analysis;
  • Accurate and complete documentation;
  • Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
  • Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.
• Advanced practice skills may include:
  • Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
  • Pulmonary Function Testing;
  • Bronchoscopy assist;
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring;
  • Waveform analysis;
  • Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• See licensure and/or certification requirements

Experience

• 2 – 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RCP License in the state of employment required
• BLS required
• CRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Work Schedule:

7AM - 7PM

Work Type:

Full Time