Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Diagnostics

Ochsner Health System; Arabi (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role emphasizes documentation, education, and collaboration with physicians to ensure high-quality patient care.

Required credentials include an active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC CRT, BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 90 days of hire, with NRP for NICU therapists.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialed by the NBRC as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CR daca not required? kept: CRT).
• BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• NRP certification required for NICU therapists; ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory therapies per policy.
• Review and document clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and coworkers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Provide age-appropriate care based on patient needs.
• Maintain up-to-date professional certifications and knowledge.
• Attend staff meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Windows applications

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The role emphasizes documentation, education, and collaboration with physicians to ensure high-quality patient care.

Required credentials include an active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC CRT, BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 90 days of hire, with NRP for NICU therapists.