Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation & Diagnostics

Ochsner Health System Careers; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care for neonatal to geriatric patients, including diagnostics, ABG analysis, and ventilation support, under physician orders. This role requires an Associate's Degree, active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC RRT, and BLS.

ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire. The candidate should excel in data entry, Windows-based software, and professional communication.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to policy.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and plans of care.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care matching patient age and needs.
• Adapts communication and approach to the patient population.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide RT-CRT care for neonatal to geriatric patients, including diagnostics, ABG analysis, and ventilation support, under physician orders. This role requires an Associate's Degree, active Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC RRT, and BLS.

ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire. The candidate should excel in data entry, Windows-based software, and professional communication.