Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Diagnostics

Ochsner Health System; Hahnville (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver RT-CRT services, oxygen therapy, diagnostics and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy and compassionate care in a dynamic hospital setting.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), active state license, NBRC RRT, BLS, ACLS within 90 days, and strong data entry and communication skills to educate patients and staff effectively.

Qualifications

• Required - Associate's Degree.
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree.
• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Delivers care appropriate to the patient’s age and needs.
• Adapts communication and care to the patient population.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

Windows applications

Clinical information systems

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver RT-CRT services, oxygen therapy, diagnostics and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy and compassionate care in a dynamic hospital setting.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), active state license, NBRC RRT, BLS, ACLS within 90 days, and strong data entry and communication skills to educate patients and staff effectively.