Respiratory Therapist: Advanced Care & Diagnostics

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role includes arterial blood gas analysis, EKG review, and patient education, with supervision by a physician.

Required credentials include an Associate's Degree, current Respiratory Therapist license in the state, NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

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.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on patient age and related criteria.
• Adapts communication and approach to patient population.

Skills

Data entry

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role includes arterial blood gas analysis, EKG review, and patient education, with supervision by a physician.

Required credentials include an Associate's Degree, current Respiratory Therapist license in the state, NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days.