Join Ochsner Health as a Respiratory Therapist and make a difference in patient care. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential respiratory services and support to patients of all ages.
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
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) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Preferred Qualifications
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification for NICU