Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Ventilation

Jobtome; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The RT-CRT team administers therapies, analyzes ABGs, and supports airway management under physician orders.

Required credentials include an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Current State Respiratory Therapist license.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist certification.
• BLS from the American Heart Association; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

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 patient age and related criteria.
• Adapts communication to the specific patient population and respects privacy.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Windows apps

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. The RT-CRT team administers therapies, analyzes ABGs, and supports airway management under physician orders.

Required credentials include an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.