Respiratory Therapist-Registered/ Polysomnography - OUHC Sleep Lab - Full Time

Job Description Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent Preferred: Associate’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program Work Experience Required: None Preferred: Experience working in a fast‑paced environment with a sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize tasks Certifications Required: Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Required: Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice Required: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPGST), Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS) or Registered Sleep Tech (RST) Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Able to care for patients with advanced respiratory conditions, such as tracheostomy 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 throughout the patient care process Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Job Duties Performs trach care on patients with advanced respiratory conditions Performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions Gathers and analyzes patient information to identify and meet the patient‑specific needs Prepares and calibrates equipment required for testing Sets up patient for testing according to accepted published standards Performs appropriate physiologic calibrations to determine proper functioning and makes adjustments Documents routine observations including sleep stages, clinical events, changes in procedures, and significant events Performs routine mask fitting for positive airway pressure (PAP) Scores sleep studies by applying professional accepted guidelines 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 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 The 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 Physical and Environmental Demands Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects 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 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 Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co