Respiratory Therapist: Ventilation & Diagnostics Specialist

Ochsner Health System; Saint Bernard (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients in a patient-centered setting.

The role requires an Associate’s degree, state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days. Strong data entry, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS from the American Heart Association.
• ACLS obtained within 90 days.
• Associate's degree required; bachelor's degree preferred.

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 age-specific criteria and patient population.
• Adapts communication to the patient population and setting.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients in a patient-centered setting.

The role requires an Associate’s degree, state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, NBRC RRT certification, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days. Strong data entry, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.