Respiratory Therapist: 24/7 Patient Care Impact

Ochsner Health System Careers; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. You will work under physician orders and follow established policies to deliver evidence-based care.

Preferred candidates have an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), active state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory therapy required.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist certification required.
• Current state license to practice respiratory therapy.
• BLS certification; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory therapies per policy.
• Review and document all clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and staff on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures as needed.
• Provide age-appropriate care across neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Adapt approach to patient privacy, introductions and explanations.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Computer skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. You will work under physician orders and follow established policies to deliver evidence-based care.

Preferred candidates have an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), active state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.