Respiratory Therapist - 24/7 Patient Care Champion

Ochsner Health System; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. Responsibilities include arterial blood gases, EKGs, and patient education, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

Education required: Associate's degree; preferred Bachelor's. Licenses include Active Respiratory Therapist license in state, NBRC Registered Therapist, BLS, ACLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Provides diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on physical; psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Windows apps

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. Responsibilities include arterial blood gases, EKGs, and patient education, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

Education required: Associate's degree; preferred Bachelor's. Licenses include Active Respiratory Therapist license in state, NBRC Registered Therapist, BLS, ACLS within 90 days.