Cardiopulmonary Services RRT (Per Diem)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the performance of all therapeutic and diagnostic procedures available through the Department with complete understanding of the equipment, supplies, indications, and contraindications for use, and physiological effects upon the patient.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an AMA approved school of Respiratory Therapy/Cardiopulmonary Science
• Pulmonary Function testing experience
• Current Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered or Certified Respiratory therapist
• Current license by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as a licensed respiratory therapist
• Current BLS and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

• PALS and NRP certifications
• Current certification through one of the following agencies or willingness to obtain certification within 12 months of hire: Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist from a CTTTP accredited program
• National Certification in Tobacco Treatment Practice (NCTTP) from the NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals

Responsibilities

• Performance of all therapeutic and diagnostic procedures available through the Department
• Complete understanding of the equipment, supplies, indications, and contraindications for use
• Complete understanding of physiological effects upon the patient

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree