Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care & Ventilation

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); Sur place; USD 62 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role includes performing procedures, documenting clinical information, educating patients and staff, and ensuring compliance with policies. Requires Associate's degree, state license as Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Respiratory Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilités

• Provide routine and advanced respiratory care per policy.
• Review and document clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and coworkers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and monitor patients' status.
• Deliver care respecting age-specific safety and privacy considerations.
• Adapt communication to patient population and obtain permissions.

Connaissances

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows-style applications

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Description du poste

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role includes performing procedures, documenting clinical information, educating patients and staff, and ensuring compliance with policies. Requires Associate's degree, state license as Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.