Night Respiratory Therapist - Sign-On Bonus (CRT/RRT)

Ochsner Health System; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a skilled Adult Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) for full-time nights (7p–7a) at Jeff Hwy. Responsibilities include ventilation support, oxygen therapy, ABGs, and patient education across age groups. Requires ARRT license, NBRC registration, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Sign-on bonus offered.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation, and adherence to policies in a busy hospital setting. AAS is required; BS preferred.

Qualifications

• Required - Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in state of practice.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care therapy and oxygen services.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and vent support per physician orders.
• Manage patient data and document clinical information.
• Educate patients and staff on treatments and plans.
• Adapt care to patient age groups and clinical needs.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows-based software

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

EMR / patient data systems

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a skilled Adult Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) for full-time nights (7p–7a) at Jeff Hwy. Responsibilities include ventilation support, oxygen therapy, ABGs, and patient education across age groups. Requires ARRT license, NBRC registration, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Sign-on bonus offered.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation, and adherence to policies in a busy hospital setting. AAS is required; BS preferred.