Pediatric Respiratory Therapist — Impactful Patient Care

Jobtome; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care including oxygen therapy and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role involves working with RT-CRT setups, obtaining ABGs and monitoring patient responses under physician orders.

Applicants must have an Associate degree, state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS/ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice; NBRC RRT certification; BLS and ACLS within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory care, oxygen therapy and ventilation support to patients.
• Performs diagnostic procedures and analyzes ABGs and ECGs.
• Operates RT equipment and monitors patient response to therapy.
• Educates patients and coworkers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Documents clinical information and complies with policies and regulations.

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Windows-based software

Data management systems

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care including oxygen therapy and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role involves working with RT-CRT setups, obtaining ABGs and monitoring patient responses under physician orders.

Applicants must have an Associate degree, state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS/ACLS within 90 days of hire.