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Respiratory Therapist - New Grad - All Locations

Ochsner Health System

Crowley, LA
5 days ago
$60k - $75k

Job Description

Join Ochsner Health as a New Grad Respiratory Therapist and make a meaningful impact on patient care. This role involves providing essential respiratory treatments and support to patients of all ages, ensuring their comfort and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides respiratory care treatment and oxygen services
  • Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation
  • Draws, analyzes, and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs
  • Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans
  • Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures
  • Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy

Required Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree
  • 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
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification

Benefits & Perks