Registered Respiratory Therapist – Day & Rotating Weekend Shifts

Ochsner Health System; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role involves patient care, documentation, and collaboration with physicians under policy.

Required: Associate’s degree, state license as RT, NBRC RRT, BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Windows-based applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures per policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Adapts communication to the patient population and maintains privacy.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role involves patient care, documentation, and collaboration with physicians under policy.

Required: Associate’s degree, state license as RT, NBRC RRT, BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.