Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation & Acute Care Expert

Ochsner Health System; Saint Bernard (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care, oxygen services, and diagnostic support for neonatal to geriatric patients.

You will perform routine and advanced procedures, document clinical information, educate patients and staff, and adapt care to each age group.

Required credentials include an Associate's degree, state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire; on-site duties with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 based on physical; psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care, oxygen services, and diagnostic support for neonatal to geriatric patients.

You will perform routine and advanced procedures, document clinical information, educate patients and staff, and adapt care to each age group.

Required credentials include an Associate's degree, state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire; on-site duties with flexible scheduling.