Pediatric Respiratory Therapist: Neonatal to Geriatric

Jobtome; Metairie (LA); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role involves performing ABG sampling, patient monitoring, and teaching patients and staff about treatment plans in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications include an active state license, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS with ACLS training within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• NBRC certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• BLS certification required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilités

• 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 and safety considerations.
• Adapts care and communication to the patient population and privacy requirements.

Connaissances

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Description du poste

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role involves performing ABG sampling, patient monitoring, and teaching patients and staff about treatment plans in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications include an active state license, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS with ACLS training within 90 days of hire.