Respiratory Therapist: Patient Care & Ventilation Excellence

Ochsner Health System; Taft (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform routine and advanced procedures, document clinical information, and educate patients and staff on treatment plans.

You must hold an active Respiratory Therapist license in your state, with BLS and ACLS (ACLS within 90 days). Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree.
• RN/Respiratory Therapist license as required by state.
• BLS from American Heart Association; ACLS within 90 days; NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Document clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and colleagues on treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and patient assessments.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Respiratory therapy equipment

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. You will perform routine and advanced procedures, document clinical information, and educate patients and staff on treatment plans.

You must hold an active Respiratory Therapist license in your state, with BLS and ACLS (ACLS within 90 days). Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred.