Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT — 24/7 Patient Care

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT will perform ABG analysis, monitor ventilation, and deliver therapy as prescribed.

Required are an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), current state license, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong data entry, communication, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Certified by NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• Proficient with Windows, data entry, and software packages; strong communication and 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 appropriate to patient age and population.
• Adapts communication to patient population and privacy considerations.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

NBRC RRT

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT will perform ABG analysis, monitor ventilation, and deliver therapy as prescribed.

Required are an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), current state license, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days. Strong data entry, communication, and teamwork are essential.