Respiratory Therapist: Vital Care & Ventilation

Jobtome; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT will operate oxygen therapy, monitor equipment and perform arterial blood gas analyses under physician direction.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree, current state RT license, NBRC-RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Requires foundational computer skills for data entry and information retrieval.
• Strong verbal and written communication needed for patient and team interactions.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software and role-specific applications.

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 patient age and needs while respecting privacy and safety guidelines.
• Adapts communication and care to the patient population and setting.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Windows proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT will operate oxygen therapy, monitor equipment and perform arterial blood gas analyses under physician direction.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree, current state RT license, NBRC-RRT, and BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.