Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift

Jobtome; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The RT-CRT performs arterial blood gas analysis, monitors, and assists with airway management according to physician orders and established policies.

Required qualifications include an associate degree, a valid state license, NBRC certification, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate's Degree.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in state of practice.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on age-related criteria (neonatal to geriatric).
• Adapts care to patient population and privacy considerations.

Skills

Data entry skills

Verbal communication

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The RT-CRT performs arterial blood gas analysis, monitors, and assists with airway management according to physician orders and established policies.

Required qualifications include an associate degree, a valid state license, NBRC certification, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.