Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - Patient Care Leader

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care, arterial blood gas analysis, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. You will perform diagnostic procedures, educate staff and patients, and ensure adherence to policies and safety standards.

Required are an Associate's Degree, state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS to be obtained within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and BLS required; ACLS within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and staff on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures and arterial blood gas analysis.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows-based systems

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

EMR software

Respiratory therapy equipment

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care, arterial blood gas analysis, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. You will perform diagnostic procedures, educate staff and patients, and ensure adherence to policies and safety standards.

Required are an Associate's Degree, state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS to be obtained within 90 days.