Registered Respiratory Therapist

JobDiva, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentBurst is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week onsite contract in Baton Rouge, LA. Night shift, 12 hours, 3 days per week, providing essential respiratory care and ventilation support for a wide patient age range from neonatal to geriatric.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree, active state license, and NBRC CRRT certification; BLS required, ACLS/PALS preferred. Duties cover patient assessment, documentation, education, and collaboration with physicians.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRRT) preferred.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• ACLS/PALS certifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and coworkers on procedures and plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures and monitors ventilation support.
• Provides care across neonatal to geriatric age groups.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of procedures and certifications.
• Attends staff meetings and performs related duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist #26-32647

Allied Health Professional // Respiratory Therapist $1,267 weekly stipends $14 - $16/hour $504.0 - $576 weekly base pay Onsite Contract Starts 10/26/2026 13 weeks

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Job Description

Night Shift 12 hours/day 3 days/week

Departments: Respiratory Therapy
Job Title: Resp Care Practitioner Therapist Reg
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Duration: 13 Weeks
Location: Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Shift: Night Shift 12 Hour,630p-7a

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways, and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Education Required - Associate's Degree

Certifications Required

• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)- PREFERRED
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Advanced Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Job Duties

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as required.

Supplier Notes

ACLS, NICU experience a plus, BLS

NICU/NRP preferred.

PALS added AdHoc, please include at submission.

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