Respiratory Therapist - New Grad
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onChoctaw County, Alabama, 36904, 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 a testament to 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 that matters.
About the Role
This 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 be the frontline partner in patient care, monitoring and weaning oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation, drawing and analyzing arterial blood gases and EKGs, and delivering intermittent therapy. Your role involves assisting with the changing of artificial airways and providing services as ordered by physicians in strict accordance with established policies and procedures.
Beyond clinical duties, you will review and document all clinical information, educate patients and co-workers on treatment plans, and maintain professional certifications. This role requires a blend of technical precision and strong interpersonal skills to present information clearly to varying levels of individuals. It is a dynamic environment where you will work directly with patients in areas where exposure to communicable diseases or hazardous medications may occur, ensuring safety and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Hiring Process & Application
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today to discover your future at Ochsner Health. 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.
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Equal Opportunity & Culture
Ochsner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to maintaining a Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, ensuring the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical behaviors, patient safety concerns, or privacy issues.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Choctaw County, Alabama, 36904, United States
Alabama
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide respiratory care treatment and ventilation support to in-patients and out-patients
- check_circleAssist with changing artificial airways and deliver intermittent therapy
- check_circlePerform routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policies
- check_circleReview and document all clinical information regarding each patient
- check_circleEducate patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans
- check_circleMonitor and wean oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation systems
- check_circleEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare laws and regulations
- check_circleDraw, analyze, and report arterial blood gases and EKGs
Requirements
- verifiedAssociate's Degree
- verifiedCurrent License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
- verifiedCertified Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care
- verifiedBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
- verifiedNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (for NICU therapists)
- verifiedAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire
- verifiedPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hire
- verifiedProficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard
- verifiedComputer skills for data entry and patient information retrieval
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Respiratory Care, Oxygen Therapy, Artificial Ventilation, Arterial Blood Gases, Ekgs, Windows-Style Applications, Data Entry, Respiratory Therapist, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Basic Life Support.
Education: Associate's Degree required.
Frequently asked questions about Respiratory Therapist - New Grad at Ochsner Health
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A Respiratory Therapist - New Grad at Ochsner Health is responsible for the following: Provide respiratory care treatment and ventilation support to in-patients and out-patients; Assist with changing artificial airways and deliver intermittent therapy; Perform routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policies; and Review and document all clinical information regarding each patient.
What are the requirements for this Respiratory Therapist - New Grad 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; Certified Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care; Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association; Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (for NICU therapists); and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire.
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Respiratory Therapist - New Grad at Ochsner Health is based in Choctaw County, Alabama, 36904, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Ochsner Health has listed this Respiratory Therapist - New Grad role as on-site.
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Candidates for Respiratory Therapist - New Grad at Ochsner Health should have entry level.
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Key skills for Respiratory Therapist - New Grad at Ochsner Health include Respiratory Care; Oxygen Therapy; Artificial Ventilation; Arterial Blood Gases; Ekgs; Windows-Style Applications; Data Entry; and Respiratory Therapist.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate's Degree required.
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Respiratory Therapist - New Grad at Ochsner Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.