Respiratory Care Practitioner CRT – Growth & Impact

Carle Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development support

Career growth opportunities

Mission-driven team

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential to join our patient-centered clinical team. You will provide high-quality respiratory care to patients across age groups and acuity, collaborating with physicians and nurses to support optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes support for professional development and opportunities for career growth, with a focus on preparing you to pass the registered therapist test within 1 year and

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy from a CoARC/CoARTE approved program.
• Licenses: RCP license (IDFPR) and NBRC CRT credential.
• BLS within 30 days; ACLS within 1 year; NRP and PALS within 1 year.
• RRT certification.
• 1+ years of respiratory therapy experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform all forms of respiratory therapy and related duties per policies.
• Interpret and execute physician orders and tailor therapy to patient needs.
• Document all care and ensure accurate charting and ventilation management.
• Maintain equipment and participate in patient rounds and education.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Certificate of Completion in Respiratory Therapy

CoARC/CoARTE approved program

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential to join our patient-centered clinical team. You will provide high-quality respiratory care to patients across age groups and acuity, collaborating with physicians and nurses to support optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes support for professional development and opportunities for career growth, with a focus on preparing you to pass the registered therapist test within 1 year and