Impactful Respiratory Therapist | Ventilation & Care Leader

Jobtome; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide essential care across neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, analyze ABGs, and support ventilation according to physician orders.

Required license in the state, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong computer and communication skills, plus teamwork, are essential to succeed in a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Education: associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in the practicing state.
• NBRC RRT certification; BLS required; ACLS within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy and procedure.
• Review and document all clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and co-workers on treatment plans and procedures.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and provide age-appropriate care.
• Adapt care to diverse patient populations with privacy and consent.
• Maintain current skills and comply with regulatory standards.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide essential care across neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, analyze ABGs, and support ventilation according to physician orders.

Required license in the state, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong computer and communication skills, plus teamwork, are essential to succeed in a dynamic hospital setting.