Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - Kings Hwy - Prn

Ochsner Lsu Health System of North Louisiana

Shreveport, Louisiana, US
On-site
Provide respiratory care treatment
Deliver ventilation support services
Monitor and wean oxygen therapy
Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care treatment and support services in Shreveport, Louisiana. The role requires a current Respiratory Therapist license and various certifications, with no prior experience necessary

Job Summary

  • This job 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.
  • Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure, reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care treatment and support services in Shreveport, Louisiana. The role requires a current Respiratory Therapist license and various certifications, with no prior experience necessary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Provide respiratory care treatment
  • Deliver ventilation support services
  • Monitor and wean oxygen therapy
  • Analyze arterial blood gases
  • Assist with artificial airways

Nice-to-have

  • Computer skills for data entry
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills

Key Requirements

  • Associate's Degree or High School diploma
  • Current Respiratory Therapist License
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (for NICU)

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