Pediatric Respiratory Therapist – On-Call & Impactful Care

Jobtome; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The RT-CRT will interpret ABG and EKG data and assist with airway management under physician orders and established policies.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), active state license, NBRC RRT credential, and BLS; ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in state of practice.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides patient care tailored to age and condition.
• Adapts care to patient population and privacy requirements.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Windows apps

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Hospital software

Data entry systems

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The RT-CRT will interpret ABG and EKG data and assist with airway management under physician orders and established policies.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), active state license, NBRC RRT credential, and BLS; ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.