Respiratory Therapist: Vital Patient Care & Ventilation

Ochsner Health System; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role requires active state licensure, NBRC certification, and BLS with ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Expect routine exams, documentation, and collaboration with a compassionate team. Strong data-entry, communication, and analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in Windows applications.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in-state of practice.
• NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist credential.
• BLS certification required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory therapies per policy.
• Review and document patient clinical information.
• Educate patients and coworkers on procedures and plans of care.
• Conduct diagnostic procedures.
• Provide care aligned with age-specific criteria.
• Maintain up-to-date professional certifications.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in related duties.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Windows applications

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Ochsner Health System seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostics, and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role requires active state licensure, NBRC certification, and BLS with ACLS within 90 days of hire.

Expect routine exams, documentation, and collaboration with a compassionate team. Strong data-entry, communication, and analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in Windows applications.