Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation & Critical Care

Jobtome; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for both inpatients and outpatients. You will perform arterial blood gases and EKGs, manage respiratory therapies, educate patients and staff, and document care per policy.

Requirements include an Associate's degree, state license as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in the state of practice.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential.
• BLS required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides age-appropriate care based on patient needs.
• Adapts communication and care to patient population.

Skills

Computer skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Windows applications

Hospital information systems

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for both inpatients and outpatients. You will perform arterial blood gases and EKGs, manage respiratory therapies, educate patients and staff, and document care per policy.

Requirements include an Associate's degree, state license as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days of hire.