Respiratory Therapist - Compassionate Care & Advanced Therapy

Ochsner Health System; Harvey (LA); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide therapeutic respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric in inpatient and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include reviewing clinical information, educating patients and staff, and ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards.

The position requires licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in the state, NBRC certification, BLS, ACLS within

Qualifications

• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (NRB/NBRC CRRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (if assigned to NICU).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilités

• 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 age-specific criteria for the patient.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as required.

Connaissances

Respiratory therapy

Computer skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Associate's Degree

Description du poste

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide therapeutic respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric in inpatient and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include reviewing clinical information, educating patients and staff, and ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards.

The position requires licensure as a Respiratory Therapist in the state, NBRC certification, BLS, ACLS within