Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation & Critical Care

Ironside Human Resources; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ironside Human Resources partners with a premier healthcare system near Lake Charles, LA to recruit a full-time Respiratory Therapist. This role offers responsibilities across a spectrum of pulmonary care, including ventilator management and diagnostic testing under physician supervision.

Required are RRT certification and state RT/RCP license, with 1–3 years of experience preferred. Competitive pay and growth opportunities within a supportive community await.

Qualifications

• RRT certification is required.
• RT or RCP license in the state of hire.
• 1-3 years of experience as a respiratory therapist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides pulmonary care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under physician supervision.
• Manages ventilators, administers treatments, and conducts diagnostic tests for respiratory conditions.
• Assesses patient progress and adjusts respiratory therapy as needed.
• Works with healthcare professionals to deliver inhalants and operate respiratory equipment as part of treatment plans.

Education

RRT certification

State RT/RCP license

Job description

Ironside Human Resources partners with a premier healthcare system near Lake Charles, LA to recruit a full-time Respiratory Therapist. This role offers responsibilities across a spectrum of pulmonary care, including ventilator management and diagnostic testing under physician supervision.

Required are RRT certification and state RT/RCP license, with 1–3 years of experience preferred. Competitive pay and growth opportunities within a supportive community await.