Therapy - Respiratory Therapist

Details

Client Name

Ochsner Acadia General Hospital

Job Type

Travel

Offering

Allied

Profession

Therapy

Specialty

Respiratory Therapist

Job ID

34723735

Job Title

Therapy - Respiratory Therapist

Weekly Pay

$1323.5

Shift Details

Shift

12 hour nights

Scheduled Hours

36

Job Order Details

Start Date

11 / 17 / 2025

End Date

01 / 12 / 2026

Duration

8 Week(s)

Job Description

A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a licensed healthcare professional who specializes in the assessment, treatment, and care of patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. Respiratory therapists work with individuals of all ages, providing care to those with conditions such as asthma, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), sleep apnea, and those requiring life support or mechanical ventilation. They use a variety of techniques and equipment to manage and improve respiratory function.

Key Responsibilities :

• Patient Assessment and Evaluation :

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with respiratory or cardiopulmonary conditions, including reviewing medical history and performing physical exams.

Collaborate with physicians to develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients with respiratory issues.

Provide oxygen therapy via nasal cannulas, masks, or mechanical ventilators for patients with respiratory distress or low oxygen levels.

Continuously monitor the effectiveness of respiratory treatments and adjust therapy as necessary based on patient responses.

Provide emergency respiratory care to patients experiencing respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, or other life-threatening situations.

Educate patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment, medications, and techniques for managing respiratory conditions at home.

Work closely with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop a holistic care plan for respiratory patients.

Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, and progress in accordance with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA ).

Set up and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, such as mechanical ventilators, nebulizers, and oxygen delivery devices.

Participate in continuing education opportunities to stay current with new techniques, equipment, and best practices in respiratory therapy.

Client Details

Address

1305 Crowley Rayne Highway

City

Crowley

State

LA

Zip Code

70526

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