Respiratory Therapist — Advanced Care & Diagnostics

Ochsner Health; Slidell (LA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric in a hospital setting.

Required are an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, state licensure, and NBRC credentials with BLS/ACLS/NRP as applicable; strong data entry and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's or higher degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in the practicing state.
• Credentialed by National Board of Respiratory Care as CRT/RRT.
• BLS, ACLS and NRP certifications as applicable.

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 the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Data entry

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NRP Certification

Respiratory Therapist CRT

Respiratory Therapist RRT

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric in a hospital setting.

Required are an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, state licensure, and NBRC credentials with BLS/ACLS/NRP as applicable; strong data entry and communication skills are essential.