Respiratory Therapist: Impactful Patient Care & Diagnostics

Ochsner Health System; Saint Bernard (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric age groups.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, valid respiratory therapist license, NBRC CRT credential, BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 90 days of hire. The job entails adherence to safety standards and ongoing certification maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong 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 based on patient age and related criteria.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Data entry

Windows

Communication

Analytical

Interpersonal

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric age groups.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, valid respiratory therapist license, NBRC CRT credential, BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 90 days of hire. The job entails adherence to safety standards and ongoing certification maintenance.