Respiratory Therapist - Days/Nights

Affinity Home Health Care Inc; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Home Health Care Inc in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide compassionate care to patients from neonatal to geriatric, delivering respiratory treatments, oxygen services, and ventilation support in home health settings.

You will monitor and wean oxygen therapy, assist with airway management, document clinical information, and educate patients and staff on treatment plans while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in respiratory therapy required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience.
• Current state license and NBRC certification required.
• BLS certification; ACLS within 90 days; NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced therapeutic procedures.
• Document clinical information and patient encounters; Educate patients and staff on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic tests and adapt care to patient needs.
• Ensure compliance with laws, standards, and safety protocols.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory therapy

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide care to patients of all ages, including neonatal to geriatric, through respiratory treatments, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support. Responsibilities include monitoring and weaning oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation, analyzing arterial blood gases, assisting with airway management, and performing diagnostic procedures. The role requires adapting communication to diverse patient populations and educating patients and healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy (Bachelor’s preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience
• Current state license and certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS within 90 days; NRP preferred

Skills And Abilities

• Computer proficiency for data entry and retrieval
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Strong interpersonal skills

Key Duties

• Perform routine and advanced therapeutic procedures
• Document clinical information and patient encountersEducate patients and staff on procedures and treatment plans
• Perform diagnostic tests and adapt care to patient needs
• Ensure compliance with laws, standards, and safety protocols

This role involves physical demands including heavy lifting and exposure to biological hazards, requiring adherence to safety guidelines. The position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a healthcare setting.