PRN Respiratory Therapist - Impactful Patient Care

Ochsner Children's; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide medical care across neonatal to geriatric patients. You will operate RT-CRT setups, monitor patients, and assist with ventilation and diagnostic testing under physician orders.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, state licensure, and NBRC RRT certification, plus BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong computer and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice is required.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist certification is required.
• BLS certification is required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Review and document clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures as ordered by a physician.
• Provide age-appropriate care across patient populations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Data entry

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Tools

Windows applications

Data entry software

Healthcare IT systems

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide medical care across neonatal to geriatric patients. You will operate RT-CRT setups, monitor patients, and assist with ventilation and diagnostic testing under physician orders.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, state licensure, and NBRC RRT certification, plus BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong computer and communication skills are essential.