Respiratory Therapist - Full Time Nights- Jeff Hwy
Ochsner Health
Jefferson Highway, LA, US
Fully remote
Current respiratory therapist license
Registered respiratory therapist certification
Basic life support (bls) certification
The role provides comprehensive respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, and ventilation support to patients ranging from neonates to the geriatric population
Job Summary
The role provides comprehensive respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, and ventilation support to patients ranging from neonates to the geriatric population.
Employees are expected to set up, monitor, and wean oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation while performing diagnostic procedures like Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs.
Ochsner Health values dedicated employees who serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate within a team committed to making a difference in patient care.
Matching Summary
The role provides comprehensive respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, and ventilation support to patients ranging from neonates to the geriatric population.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Current Respiratory Therapist license
Registered Respiratory Therapist certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Arterial Blood Gas analysis skills
Ventilation support and weaning
EKG performance and reporting
Nice-to-have
Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency with Windows-style applications
Ability to adapt to diverse patient populations
Key Requirements
Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's preferred
Current state license as Respiratory Therapist
Certification by National Board of Respiratory Care
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days