Respiratory Therapist

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but 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 because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 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. *Nights* 7pm - 7am Sign-On Bonus Available Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus available to eligible candidates! Referral Bonus Available Up to $4,000 referral bonus available to eligible candidates! 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 Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a CertifieRespiratory Therapist Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association ACLS obtained in 90 days Preferred - Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist 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-...