Rapid Response Respiratory Therapist — 24/7 Critical Care

Ochsner Health System; Westwego (LA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. Requires Associate's degree; NBRC-registered RT; state license; BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong data entry, communication and Windows proficiency; ability to work a flexible schedule.

Enjoy a collaborative team, commitment to quality care and opportunities for professional growth within a leading healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as an RRT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

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 care aligned with patient age and safety criteria.
• Adapt communication and care approaches to the patient population.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Windows applications

EMR / clinical software

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. Requires Associate's degree; NBRC-registered RT; state license; BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong data entry, communication and Windows proficiency; ability to work a flexible schedule.

Enjoy a collaborative team, commitment to quality care and opportunities for professional growth within a leading healthcare system.