Rapid Response Respiratory Therapist - Ft - Days Or Nights - Jeff Hwy

Ochsner Health

Jefferson Highway, Louisiana, United States
Fully remote
Current respiratory therapist license
Certified respiratory therapist credential
Basic life support certification
This role provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support services to patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics

Job Summary

  • This role provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support services to patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics.
  • The position requires monitoring and weaning oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation while drawing, analyzing, and reporting Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs.
  • Ochsner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating through dedicated employees.

Matching Summary

This role provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support services to patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Current Respiratory Therapist License
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist credential
  • Basic Life Support certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 90 days
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program for NICU
  • Computer skills for data entry
  • Effective verbal and written communication

Nice-to-have

  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with Windows applications
  • Ability to present information professionally
  • Commitment to serve and innovate

Key Requirements

  • Associate's Degree required
  • Current state license as Respiratory Therapist
  • NRCR Certified Respiratory Therapist credential
  • BLS Certification from American Heart Association
  • ACLS obtained within 90 days of hire
  • No prior work experience required

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Not specified

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