Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Ventilation

Jobtome; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, and diagnostic support for patients from neonatal to geriatric ages. The role involves monitoring, reporting ABGs and EKGs, and assisting with ventilation and airway management.

The position requires state licensure, NBRC RRT credential, and BLS; ACLS must be obtained within 90 days. Candidates should have strong data entry and communication skills and the ability to work across teams.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS from the American Heart Association.

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 the age of patient served in assigned area.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

Windows

Clinical information systems

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, and diagnostic support for patients from neonatal to geriatric ages. The role involves monitoring, reporting ABGs and EKGs, and assisting with ventilation and airway management.

The position requires state licensure, NBRC RRT credential, and BLS; ACLS must be obtained within 90 days. Candidates should have strong data entry and communication skills and the ability to work across teams.