Respiratory Therapist — Ventilation & Diagnostics Pro

Ochsner Health System; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a licensed Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care across age groups, from neonatal to geriatric, including oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support.

The role requires an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), current state license, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. Strong communication and data-entry skills are essential, with proficiency in Windows-based software.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• BLS certification required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and data-entry tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as ordered by physicians.
• Provides care appropriate to neonatal to geriatric patients.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Windows apps

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Windows

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a licensed Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care across age groups, from neonatal to geriatric, including oxygen therapy, diagnostics, and ventilation support.

The role requires an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), current state license, NBRC RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire. Strong communication and data-entry skills are essential, with proficiency in Windows-based software.