Respiratory Therapist: Advanced Care & Ventilation Expert

Jobtome; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to provide care to neonatal to geriatric patients, including oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support. The RT-CRT sets up, monitors and weans oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation, draws and reports ABGs and EKGs.

Required: Associate's Degree; Current RT license; NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist; BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong computer and communication skills; proficient with Windows-based software.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and role-specific software.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to policy.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides patient care based on age and clinical criteria.
• Adapts communication and care to patient population.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows-based software

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to provide care to neonatal to geriatric patients, including oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support. The RT-CRT sets up, monitors and weans oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation, draws and reports ABGs and EKGs.

Required: Associate's Degree; Current RT license; NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist; BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong computer and communication skills; proficient with Windows-based software.