Rapid Response Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care Impact

Ochsner Health System; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, and diagnostic support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role involves ensuring treatments are delivered per physician orders and established procedures.

The candidate should have an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred), current state licensure, NBRC-RRT certification, and BLS/ACLS within 90 days of hire. Proficiency with data entry and Windows-based software is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's degree; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in the practicing state.
• BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire; NBRC-Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Computer skills and data entry ability; proficient with Windows-based software.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapies per policy and procedure.
• Document all clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and coworkers on procedures and treatment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Data entry

Dexterity

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

EMR software

Windows applications

Job description

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, and diagnostic support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role involves ensuring treatments are delivered per physician orders and established procedures.

The candidate should have an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred), current state licensure, NBRC-RRT certification, and BLS/ACLS within 90 days of hire. Proficiency with data entry and Windows-based software is essential.