PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Acute Care

Opelousas General Health System; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Opelousas General Health System seeks a Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for PRN coverage in Opelousas, LA. Responsible for assessing patients, delivering therapy, and advocating for appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care, RRT certification, and CPR/ACLS. You will work in acute/sub-acute and pediatric/neonatal settings, collaborating with physicians to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses lung and breathing disorders and recommends treatment methods.
• Interviews patients and performs chest exams to determine therapy needs.
• Consults with physicians to adjust therapy based on evaluation.
• Analyzes breath, tissue, and blood specimens to assess oxygen and gas levels.
• Manages ventilators and artificial airway devices.
• Handles non-invasive and high-flow oxygenation devices.
• Responds to emergencies and urgent calls for care.
• Educates patients and families about lung disease and care options.

Education

Associates

Job description

Opelousas General Health System seeks a Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for PRN coverage in Opelousas, LA. Responsible for assessing patients, delivering therapy, and advocating for appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care, RRT certification, and CPR/ACLS. You will work in acute/sub-acute and pediatric/neonatal settings, collaborating with physicians to optimize patient outcomes.