Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care & Ventilation

Jobtome; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Chalmette, LA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic testing, ventilation support, and patient care across neonatal to geriatric populations per physician orders.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), current state RRT license, NBRC credential, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days, with strong data-entry and communication skills. This is an on-site, 24/7 position with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population and maintains patient privacy.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Windows-style applications

Role-specific software

Job description

Ochsner Health in Chalmette, LA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic testing, ventilation support, and patient care across neonatal to geriatric populations per physician orders.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), current state RRT license, NBRC credential, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days, with strong data-entry and communication skills. This is an on-site, 24/7 position with flexible scheduling.