Lead Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care

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

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.