On-Call Rapid Response Respiratory Therapist

Ochsner Health System; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT services for in-patients and out-patients across age groups. You will perform therapeutic procedures, manage oxygen therapy, and assist with ventilation as ordered by physicians.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), active RT license, NBRC-Registered status, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days is also required.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Documents all clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and colleagues on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Delivers care aligned with patient age and safety criteria.
• Adapts communication to the patient population.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT services for in-patients and out-patients across age groups. You will perform therapeutic procedures, manage oxygen therapy, and assist with ventilation as ordered by physicians.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), active RT license, NBRC-Registered status, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days is also required.