Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care & Diagnostics

Ochsner Health System Careers; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System Careers is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. Position requires current state license, NBRC certification, and BLS; NRP for NICU staff; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities include data review, patient education, and adherence to policies. Requires strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills with a focus on patient safety and

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and data entry proficiency.
• Effective verbal and written communication to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical skills for clinical information review.
• Strong interpersonal skills for teamwork and patient care.

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 plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Provides age-appropriate care across neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Maintains certifications and up-to-date knowledge of procedures.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in duties as required.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health System Careers is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. Position requires current state license, NBRC certification, and BLS; NRP for NICU staff; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities include data review, patient education, and adherence to policies. Requires strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills with a focus on patient safety and