Respiratory Therapist: Impactful Patient Care & Ventilation

Ochsner Health System; Jefferson (AL); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 72 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care, oxygen services, testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role includes ABG analysis, EKGs, and patient education as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

The position requires an active Respiratory Therapist license in the practicing state, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days of hire. Associates degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsabilités

• 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 physical; psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Connaissances

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Outils

Windows OS

Role-specific software

Description du poste

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care, oxygen services, testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role includes ABG analysis, EKGs, and patient education as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

The position requires an active Respiratory Therapist license in the practicing state, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days of hire. Associates degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.