Respiratory Therapist — Advanced Care & Ventilation

Jobtome; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Chalmette, LA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric.

Responsibilities include performing procedures, documenting clinical information, educating patients and staff, maintaining certifications, and staying current with policies and procedures. The role requires current state licensure and NBRC credentialing.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required.
• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for NICU).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

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 area requirements.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of procedures.

Skills

Data entry

Windows applications

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Windows

Job description

Ochsner Health in Chalmette, LA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric.

Responsibilities include performing procedures, documenting clinical information, educating patients and staff, maintaining certifications, and staying current with policies and procedures. The role requires current state licensure and NBRC credentialing.