Respiratory Therapist

Health Here; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Here requires a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients of all ages. The role involves performing therapeutic procedures, monitoring and weaning oxygen and ventilation, and analyzing arterial blood gases and EKGs.

Educating patients and staff on treatments while maintaining certifications and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate's Degree and current state license.
• Certifications include CRT/CRRT, BLS; ACLS required within 90 days.
• NRP certification for NICU-trained therapists may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for patients of all ages.
• Perform therapeutic procedures and monitor/wean oxygen and ventilation.
• Analyze arterial blood gases and EKGs; assist with airway management.
• Educate patients and staff on treatments; maintain certifications.
• Document clinical information and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer applications

Education

Associate's Degree

State license

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

BLS

NRP

ACLS (within 90 days)

Job description

Role: Respiratory Therapist responsible for providing respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support to patients of all ages.

Key Duties: Performs therapeutic procedures, monitors and weans oxygen and ventilation, analyzes arterial blood gases and EKGs, assists with airway management, and documents clinical information. Educates patients and staff on treatments, maintains certifications, and ensures compliance with healthcare standards.

Qualifications: Associate's Degree, current state license, credentialed as a Certified Respiratory Therapist, BLS certification, and NRP certification for NICU-trained therapists. ACLS certification required within 90 days.

Skills & Abilities: Proficient in computer applications, effective communication, strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Work Environment & Demands: Involves physical exertion, exposure to biological hazards, and working directly with patients in healthcare settings. Must adhere to safety and compliance standards.

Note: This description summarizes primary responsibilities, with flexibility for additional duties and regulatory compliance.