Respiratory Therapist - Prairieville - Ochsner Health System

    Ochsner Health System
    Ochsner Health System Prairieville

    4 days ago

    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.

    Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.


    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.

    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.

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

    This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

    Education
    Required - Associate's Degree

    Work Experience
    Required - None

    Certifications
    Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
    Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
    Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)
    Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
    Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire

    Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)


    • Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
    • Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
    • Strong analytical skills.
    • Strong interpersonal skills.
    Job Duties


    • 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.
    • Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
    • Attends staff meetings.
    • 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.

    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.


    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.

    The employer 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.

    Physical and Environmental Demands

    The 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.

    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 communicable diseases.

    There may be an occupational risk for exposure to 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.

    Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site.

    Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position:
    Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

    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 5 select option 1) or (mailto: ) .

    This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

    Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer.

    xhuatnn All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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