Adult Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - Full Time - Days 7a - 7p or Nights 7p - 7a
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCanal Street Neutral Ground, Storyville, New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, 70112, United States
About Ochsner Health
Since opening our doors in 1942, one thing has never changed: our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is the result of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work directly with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference, and that matters.
About the Role
This Respiratory Therapist position provides comprehensive respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. You will set up, monitor, and wean oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation, while drawing, analyzing, and reporting arterial blood gases and EKGs. The role involves delivering intermittent therapy and assisting with the changing of artificial airways, ensuring all services are performed as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Join Our Team
Are you ready to make a difference? Discover your future at Ochsner Health today. Please note that Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on our careers website. For specific details regarding remote work eligibility, please refer to the job description, as certain locations are not eligible for remote positions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ochsner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We maintain and comply with our Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, ensuring a safe and ethical environment for all.
Accessibility
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Work location
Work model: On-site
Canal Street Neutral Ground, Storyville, New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, 70112, United States
New Orleans, Louisiana
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Respiratory Therapist, Arterial Blood Gases, Ekgs, Oxygen Therapy, Artificial Ventilation, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Windows-Style Applications.
Education: Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Adult Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - Full Time - Days 7a - 7p or Nights 7p - 7a at Ochsner Health
What does a Adult Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - Full Time - Days 7a - 7p or Nights 7p - 7a at Ochsner Health do?expand_more
A Adult Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - Full Time - Days 7a - 7p or Nights 7p - 7a at Ochsner Health is responsible for the following: Deliver intermittent therapy and assist with changing artificial airways; Perform routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policies; Review and document all clinical information regarding each patient; and Educate patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
What are the requirements for this Adult Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - Full Time - Days 7a - 7p or Nights 7p - 7a role?expand_more
Ochsner Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Associate's Degree; Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice; Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist; Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire; and Proficient with Windows-style applications.