Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) - Westbank

About the role

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 Respiratory Therapist (RT-CRT) sets-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.
• Other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Required - High School diploma or equivalent
• Required - None.
• Required - Current State of Louisiana License as a Respiratory Therapist
• Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Qualifications

Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.

Skills

Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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Regions

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