Inpatient Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation & Diagnostics

Ochsner Health System; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role includes evaluating and documenting clinical data, educating patients, and adapting care to patient needs in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, BLS, ACLS/PALS within 90 days, and NBRC credentials.

Qualifications

• Must have computer and data entry skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency with Windows applications and charting systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory therapies per policy.
• Review and document clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and colleagues on procedures and plans of care.
• Perform diagnostic procedures as ordered.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal/written

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role includes evaluating and documenting clinical data, educating patients, and adapting care to patient needs in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, BLS, ACLS/PALS within 90 days, and NBRC credentials.