Respiratory Therapist - Patient Care & Diagnostics

Ochsner Health System; Michigan; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support across inpatient and outpatient settings. The role supports neonatal to geriatric patients, with duties including monitoring, documenting, and educating patients and co-workers.

Required are an Associate's Degree, a valid Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC-CRT, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days of hire; NRP is required for NICU assignments.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialed by NBRC as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required for NICU work.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Review and document clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and staff on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures as needed.
• Provide age-appropriately focused care for neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Maintain certifications and up-to-date knowledge of procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in departmental duties.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

BLS

NBRC CRT

ACLS (within 90 days)

Data entry

Communication

Analytical

Interpersonal

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Windows

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support across inpatient and outpatient settings. The role supports neonatal to geriatric patients, with duties including monitoring, documenting, and educating patients and co-workers.

Required are an Associate's Degree, a valid Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC-CRT, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days of hire; NRP is required for NICU assignments.