RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (CRT/RRT)- PRN
Ochsner Health System Careers, Morton, MS, United States
Job Overview
This position provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support to in‑patients and out‑patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. The Respiratory Therapist/Certified Respiratory Therapist (RT‑CRT) sets up equipment, monitors, weans oxygen therapy, performs arterial blood gas analysis, assists with artificial airway management, and delivers ventilation support. Services are delivered in accordance with physician orders and 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, ensuring privacy, appropriate introduction, and tailored communication.
Maintains knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance.
Remains knowledgeable of current laws and regulations relevant to the assigned area of responsibility.
Qualifications
Education
Required – Associate’s Degree
Preferred – Bachelor’s Degree
Work Experience
Required – None
Certifications
Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
Certified Registered Respiratory Therapist (National Board of Respiratory Care)
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Computer skills for data entry and information retrieval
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Windows‑style applications and role‑specific software packages
Strong interpersonal skills
Physical and Environmental Demands
Physical demands may include lifting forces ranging from 20 to over 100 pounds, stooping, bending, reaching, and manual dexterity. Employees may be required to sit or stand for prolonged periods, travel among facilities, and work a flexible schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on‑call). Exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and hazardous medications/waste is possible. Mechanical lifting devices or team lifts should be used when needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EEO 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.
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This position provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support to in‑patients and out‑patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. The Respiratory Therapist/Certified Respiratory Therapist (RT‑CRT) sets up equipment, monitors, weans oxygen therapy, performs arterial blood gas analysis, assists with artificial airway management, and delivers ventilation support. Services are delivered in accordance with physician orders and 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, ensuring privacy, appropriate introduction, and tailored communication.
Maintains knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance.
Remains knowledgeable of current laws and regulations relevant to the assigned area of responsibility.
Qualifications
Education
Required – Associate’s Degree
Preferred – Bachelor’s Degree
Work Experience
Required – None
Certifications
Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
Certified Registered Respiratory Therapist (National Board of Respiratory Care)
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Computer skills for data entry and information retrieval
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Windows‑style applications and role‑specific software packages
Strong interpersonal skills
Physical and Environmental Demands
Physical demands may include lifting forces ranging from 20 to over 100 pounds, stooping, bending, reaching, and manual dexterity. Employees may be required to sit or stand for prolonged periods, travel among facilities, and work a flexible schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on‑call). Exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and hazardous medications/waste is possible. Mechanical lifting devices or team lifts should be used when needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EEO 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.
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