Respiratory Therapist: Patient Care & Ventilation Expert

Ochsner Health System; New Orleans (LA); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients, in both in-patient and out-patient settings. Responsibilities include performing respiratory procedures, reviewing clinical information, and educating patients and staff.

Required: Associate's Degree and current state license as a Respiratory Therapist; BLS and ACLS within 90 days. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
• Licensure and certifications are required, including state licensure and professional credentials.

Responsabilités

• 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 appropriate to the patient's age and population.
• Adapts communication and care to the patient and family needs.

Connaissances

Respiratory Therapy

Patient care

Data entry

Communication skills

Windows applications

Formation

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Description du poste

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients, in both in-patient and out-patient settings. Responsibilities include performing respiratory procedures, reviewing clinical information, and educating patients and staff.

Required: Associate's Degree and current state license as a Respiratory Therapist; BLS and ACLS within 90 days. Bachelor's degree preferred.