Respiratory Therapist - New Grad - All Locations

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Crowley, Louisiana is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support. This role requires an Associate's Degree, relevant certifications, and strong skills in patient communication and analytics. The position involves performing advanced therapeutic procedures and ensuring up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures while handling significant physical demands and exposure to clinical settings.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialed as a Certified Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification for NICU therapists.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding patients.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides appropriate care based on patient criteria.
• Maintains professional certifications and knowledge of procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills for data entry

Effective verbal and written communication

Strong analytical skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Monitors and weans oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes, and reports arterial blood gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways and provides services as ordered by a physician in accordance with established policies and procedures.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required – Associate's Degree

Work Experience

Required – None

Certifications

• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Job Duties

• 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.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Very Heavy Work – Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. Roles may also require light work such as walking or standing for significant periods and may involve pushing or pulling materials.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area, directly with patients, and with specimens that could contain communicable diseases; there may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Because the role is within a healthcare setting, there may also be exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.