Impactful Respiratory Therapist (RRT) | 24/7 On-Call

Ochsner Health System; Louisiana; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric ages. Responsibilities include ABG analysis, patient education, and adherence to policies and procedures.

Required are current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC credential as Registered Respiratory Therapist, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to perform data entry and retrieve information.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications and role-specific software.
• Strong verbal and written communication and 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 patient age and related criteria.
• Adapts communication to the patient population and privacy requirements.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal and written

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric ages. Responsibilities include ABG analysis, patient education, and adherence to policies and procedures.

Required are current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC credential as Registered Respiratory Therapist, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days.