Rapid-Response Respiratory Therapist: Impact Care

Ochsner Health System; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role includes ABG analysis, EKGs, and maintaining equipment per policy.

Required: Associate's degree, state license as a Respiratory Therapist, and CPR/NRP/ACLS certifications. Excellent data entry, communication, and teamwork skills are essential for success in this environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• NRS/NRP/ACLS certifications as applicable.

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 and arterial blood gas analyses.
• Maintain up-to-date professional certifications and knowledge.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role includes ABG analysis, EKGs, and maintaining equipment per policy.

Required: Associate's degree, state license as a Respiratory Therapist, and CPR/NRP/ACLS certifications. Excellent data entry, communication, and teamwork skills are essential for success in this environment.