Registered Respiratory Therapist: Impactful Patient Care

Ochsner Health System; Taft (OK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support from neonatal to geriatric patients. You will draw and report ABGs and EKGs, educate patients and staff, and support care plans per policy.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), current RT license, NBRC RRT, BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. Strong data entry, communication and teamwork skills are essential in a fast-paced healthcare

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in the practice state.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Delivers oxygen therapy and ventilation support; monitors patients.
• Adapts care to patient age and population; ensures privacy and consent.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows-style applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support from neonatal to geriatric patients. You will draw and report ABGs and EKGs, educate patients and staff, and support care plans per policy.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), current RT license, NBRC RRT, BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. Strong data entry, communication and teamwork skills are essential in a fast-paced healthcare