Rapid-Response Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care

Ochsner Health System Careers; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients.

The role requires an Associate's Degree with preferred Bachelor's, and current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist plus NBRC RRT, and BLS/ACLS within 90 days. Strong data entry and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to enter and retrieve data accurately.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and common software.

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 provides age-appropriate care.
• Adapts care to patient population and respects privacy.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients.

The role requires an Associate's Degree with preferred Bachelor's, and current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist plus NBRC RRT, and BLS/ACLS within 90 days. Strong data entry and communication skills are essential.