Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - St. Mary

Overview

Registered Respiratory Therapist – Respiratory Therapy – St. Mary at Ochsner LSU Health.

This role provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support to patients from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT set-ups, monitors and weans oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation. The RT-CRT draws, analyzes and reports arterial blood gases and EKGs. The RT-CRT delivers intermittent therapy and assists with changing of artificial airways. Services are provided as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in the assigned area.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures, requesting permissions and communication style.

• Education:
  
  Required – Associate s Degree;
  Preferred – Bachelor s Degree.
• Work Experience:
  
  Required – None.
• Certifications:
  
  Required – Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice;
  Credentialed 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.
• Alternative Credentials:
  Credentialed by the NBRC as a Certified Respiratory Therapist;
  Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification for NICU roles where applicable.

• Proficient with Windows-based applications and role-specific software; strong data entry and documentation skills; good verbal and written communication; strong interpersonal skills.

Very heavy work; must be able to travel between facilities; flexible work schedule including nights, weekends and on-call as required. Requires ability to perform duties in a patient care environment with exposure to blood and body fluids. May involve exposure to hazardous medications or waste depending on duties.

Ochsner 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.

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