Respiratory Therapist-Certified

Overview

Ochsner Health System has partnered with iHire to reach top talent for the opening below. Apply via iHireTherapy today. Our history reflects a commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate, and we value the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, you make a difference whether you work with patients daily or support those who do.

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support to patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Responsibilities include monitoring and weaning Oxygen Therapy and artificial ventilation, drawing, analyzing and reporting arterial blood gases and EKGs, and delivering intermittent therapy. Assists with changing artificial airways and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• 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 physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as required.

• Education:
  
  Required – Associate's Degree
• Work Experience:
  
  Required – None
• Certifications:
  
  Required – Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

• The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
• Please note:
  
  this description is a summary of primary duties and responsibilities and is not exhaustive. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
• The physical and environmental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ochsner Health endeavors to make the site accessible. If you require an accommodation to complete the application process, contact our HR team for assistance.