Pediatric Respiratory Therapist – Day Shift

Ochsner Health System; Norco (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform ABG analysis, monitor ventilated patients and participate in care planning with physicians.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, state licensure, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS; ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire. This is a patient-facing, full-time on-site position at Ochsner Health.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
• BLS from the American Heart Association.
• ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides age-appropriate care based on patient population.
• Adapts communication style to patient needs and privacy considerations.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Ventilators

ABG analyzers

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform ABG analysis, monitor ventilated patients and participate in care planning with physicians.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, state licensure, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS; ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire. This is a patient-facing, full-time on-site position at Ochsner Health.