Respiratory Therapist: Patient Care & Ventilation Expert

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

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Marrero, LA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. Duties include oxygen therapy management, ABG analysis, and patient education. Requires ARRT/licensure in state and BLS/ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred. Strong data-entry, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information for patients.
• Educates patients and coworkers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures (ABG, EKG as applicable).
• Provides care respecting patient age, privacy, and safety.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Marrero, LA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. Duties include oxygen therapy management, ABG analysis, and patient education. Requires ARRT/licensure in state and BLS/ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred. Strong data-entry, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential.