Respiratory Therapist - Ouhc Respiratory Therapy - Full Time

Ochsner Health

Fully remote
Current respiratory therapist license
Registered respiratory therapist certification
Basic life support bls certification
The role provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric

Job Summary

  • The role provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric.
  • Employees are expected to set up, monitor, and wean Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation while drawing, analyzing, and reporting Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs.
  • Ochsner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values dedicated employees who make a difference by serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating.

Matching Summary

The role provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Current Respiratory Therapist License
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist Certification
  • Basic Life Support BLS Certification
  • Arterial Blood Gas analysis skills
  • Ventilation setup and weaning
  • EKG monitoring and reporting

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Windows-style applications
  • Ability to adapt to diverse patient populations
  • Flexible work schedule availability
  • Commitment to serving and healing

Key Requirements

  • Associate's Degree (Bachelor's Preferred)
  • Current State License as Respiratory Therapist
  • NBRCT Certification as Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • BLS Certification from American Heart Association
  • ACLS obtained within 90 days
  • No prior work experience required

Work Rights

Not specified

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