Respiratory Therapist - 24/7 On-Call Care Specialist

Ochsner Health System; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform routine and advanced procedures, review clinical information, and educate patients and staff on treatment plans, adapting care to each patient’s needs.

Required: Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC Registered, BLS, ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must have computer and data entry skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and role-specific software.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and coworkers on procedures and plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides age-appropriate patient care.
• Adapts communication and care to patient population.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform routine and advanced procedures, review clinical information, and educate patients and staff on treatment plans, adapting care to each patient’s needs.

Required: Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC Registered, BLS, ACLS within 90 days of hire.