Float Pool Respiratory Therapist - FT, PT & PRN
On-siteKenner, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Conduct respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support for neonatal to geriatric patients. Monitor and wean oxygen therapy, analyze arterial blood gases, and deliver intermittent therapy as ordered by physicians. Assist with changing artificial airways and perform routine and advanced therapeutic procedures while reviewing and documenting all clinical information. Educate patients and the healthcare team on procedures and treatment plans, adapting communication styles to specific patient populations. Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and accreditation standards to ensure compliance with all regulations.
Required Qualifications
- 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
- 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
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
- 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
- Occupational risk for exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue
- Occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases
- Occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification
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