Respiratory Therapist - In House Agency - Baton Rouge

Ochsner Health • Baton Rouge, LA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

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. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures. This job is typically 8-weeks length in assignment.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy
• 2 years respiratory therapy experience
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
• Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 90 days of hire
• 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.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient encounter.
• Educates patients and healthcare team on procedures and treatment plan.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• Maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees