Lead Respiratory Therapist & Clinical Mentor

Ochsner Health; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive care to neonatal through geriatric patients. You will provide respiratory therapy, oxygen services, and ventilation support, while guiding a team of respiratory staff to ensure quality patient outcomes.

The role requires an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred), state license as a Respiratory Therapist, and current BLS/ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s preferred
• Current License as Respiratory Therapist in state of practice
• BLS and ACLS certifications as specified (ACLS within 90 days)
• Proficiency with data entry and Windows applications
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Excellent organizational skills
• 2 years experience as technician or therapist in adult, neonatal and pediatric care

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
• Develops all technical policies, procedures, and standards governing the Respiratory Therapy department
• Makes staffing assignments and delegates duties to personnel to ensure continuity of patient care
• Provides clinical support and acts as a resource to Respiratory Therapy staff and personnel
• Steers progressive clinical excellence through staff development
• Adapts communication to the specific patient population, including privacy and informed consent

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive care to neonatal through geriatric patients. You will provide respiratory therapy, oxygen services, and ventilation support, while guiding a team of respiratory staff to ensure quality patient outcomes.

The role requires an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred), state license as a Respiratory Therapist, and current BLS/ACLS certifications.