Respiratory Therapist: Acute Care & Ventilation Specialist

Ochsner Health System; Hahnville (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care and oxygen services to neonatal through geriatric patients. You will operate RT-CRT setups, monitor and wean oxygen therapy and ventilation, and perform ABG analyses and EKGs. You will work under physician orders with procedures aligned to policy.

Required credentials include an associate degree, state license, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. Strong data-entry and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• NRBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist certification required.
• ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy according to policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and coworkers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides patient-centered care across age groups.
• Adapts communication to patient population and privacy requirements.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care and oxygen services to neonatal through geriatric patients. You will operate RT-CRT setups, monitor and wean oxygen therapy and ventilation, and perform ABG analyses and EKGs. You will work under physician orders with procedures aligned to policy.

Required credentials include an associate degree, state license, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. Strong data-entry and communication skills are essential.