Respiratory Therapist - Patient Care & Diagnostics

Jobtome; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for in-patients and out-patients across age groups. You will monitor and adjust oxygen therapy, obtain ABG/EKG data and assist with airway management as ordered by physicians.

Requirements include an Associate's degree, active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC credentials (CRT/RRT), and BLS; ACLS and PALS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care or related field.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialed by NBRC as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT).
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and coworkers on treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Provides age-appropriate care across neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Maintains certifications and up-to-date knowledge of procedures.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for in-patients and out-patients across age groups. You will monitor and adjust oxygen therapy, obtain ABG/EKG data and assist with airway management as ordered by physicians.

Requirements include an Associate's degree, active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC credentials (CRT/RRT), and BLS; ACLS and PALS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.