Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Ventilation Expert

Ochsner Health System; Slidell (LA); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care for neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform therapeutic procedures, analyze ABGs, manage oxygen therapy, and support ventilation under physician orders.

Required credentials include an active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. You will work with a team, document accurately, and adapt care to diverse patient needs.

Formación

• Associate's degree required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• BLS certification; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and staff on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Provides age-appropriate care and maintains patient privacy.
• Travel between facilities and flexible scheduling.

Conocimientos

Verbal and written communication

Data entry

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Educación

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Herramientas

Windows-based software

Respiratory care equipment

Descripción del empleo

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care for neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform therapeutic procedures, analyze ABGs, manage oxygen therapy, and support ventilation under physician orders.

Required credentials include an active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. You will work with a team, document accurately, and adapt care to diverse patient needs.