Respiratory Therapist- River Region - Night
Company: Ochsner Health
Location: Kenner
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
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.EducationRequired - Associate's DegreePreferred-
Bachelor's DegreeWork ExperienceRequired -
None.CertificationsRequired - Current License as a Respiratory
Therapist in the state of practiceCertification by the National
Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory
TherapistBasic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart
AssociationACLS obtained in 90 daysKnowledge 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-style
applications, various software packages specific to role and
keyboard.Strong interpersonal skills.Job DutiesPerforms 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. The above statements describe the
general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive
list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other
duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.This
employer 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.This employer is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,Physical
and Environmental DemandsThe physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.Very Heavy Work -
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in
excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20
pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand
requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. (Constantly:
activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move
objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for
Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a
negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it
requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when
it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or
pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires
working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing
and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those
materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of
maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial
setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though
the amount of force exerted is negligible.Mechanical lifting
devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be
utilized.Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and
hands, manual dexterity.Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged
periods of time.Must be able to travel throughout and between
facilities.Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (24/7,
weekend, holiday, on call availability).Duties performed routinely
require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The incumbent
works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients
enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens
that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for
exposure to all communicable diseases.Because the incumbent works
within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for
exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the
environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation,
dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of
contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase
depending on the essential job duties of the role.Are you ready to
make a difference? Apply Today!Ochsner Health does not consider an
individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the
open position on this careers website.Individuals who reside in and
will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work
position: Colorado, California, Washington, and New York.Ochsner
Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you
would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our
website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the
application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center
at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This
contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot
be used to inquire about the status of applications.We are proud to
be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity
and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on
race, color, creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related
conditions, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical
disability, medical condition, age, veteran status, military
status, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic
information, political affiliation, unemployment status, or any
other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or
local law. These protections extend to applicants and all
employment related decisions. View the EEO is the Law poster and
its supplement, as well as the pay transparency policy for more
information.Affirmative Action Policy Statementby Jobble
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