Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialist

Jobtome; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide treatment, oxygen services, diagnostics and ventilation support across patient ages. You will operate RT-CRT setups, monitor and wean oxygen therapy, and deliver intermittent therapy under physician orders.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's degree preferred), an active Respiratory Therapist license in the state, NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist with BLS/ACLS, and strong communication and computer

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory therapy required.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice (RRT may be preferred).
• BLS and ACLS certifications must be obtained within stated timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory care treatments and oxygen services.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient; conducts ABG and EKG reporting.
• Provides care per physician orders and established policies; educates patients and coworkers on procedures.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Windows apps

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Windows OS

Medical software

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide treatment, oxygen services, diagnostics and ventilation support across patient ages. You will operate RT-CRT setups, monitor and wean oxygen therapy, and deliver intermittent therapy under physician orders.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's degree preferred), an active Respiratory Therapist license in the state, NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist with BLS/ACLS, and strong communication and computer