Respiratory Therapist - Sign on Bonus

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in‑patients and out‑patients ranging in age 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. The RT‑CRT provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• 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 assigned area.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Education & Experience

• Required: Associate's Degree.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree.
• Work Experience: None required.

Certifications

• 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.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows‑style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Very Heavy Work—exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for heavy work.
• May need to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands; manual dexterity.
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue; occupational risk for communicable diseases.
• Risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.