Pediatric Respiratory Therapist: Neonatal–Geriatric Care

Jobtome; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; 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. You will operate RT-CRT setups, analyze ABGs, and document findings according to policy. The role requires an active state license and NBRC registration.

Required Associate's degree with preferred Bachelor's, BLS; ACLS within 90 days. You must be able to travel between facilities and work a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care (B.S. preferred).
• Current license as Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice, NBRC-Registered.
• BLS certification; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory therapies per policy.
• Review and document all clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and coworkers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures.
• Provide care appropriate to neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Adapt care to patient population and maintain privacy.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Data entry

Communication skills

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

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. You will operate RT-CRT setups, analyze ABGs, and document findings according to policy. The role requires an active state license and NBRC registration.

Required Associate's degree with preferred Bachelor's, BLS; ACLS within 90 days. You must be able to travel between facilities and work a flexible schedule.