Respiratory Therapist RT

Job Description

Job Description

BRIDGEPOINT CONTINUING CARE HOSPITAL – WJMC CAMPUS  

Respiratory Therapist – Be the Heart of Medically Complex Care  

BridgePoint Continuing Care Hospital - WJMC Campus | Marrero, LA 
Located on 4th Floor of West Jefferson Medical Center

Position Type: Full Time / Per Diem, PRN

Shifts Available : Nights 7p-730a, Every Other Weekend

 

Rate of Pay: $24.23 to $38.77 (plus Shift Diffs as applicable) 

PRN Rate of Pay: $29

10K Sign On Bonus for Full Time - Must have +1 years of experience & sign offer letter by November 30, 2026

  Access to Daily Pay  

You chose nursing for a reason. Let that reason thrive here.  

 

At  BRIDGEPOINT CONTINUING CARE HOSPITAL – WJMC CAMPUS, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference that matters. We know the path to recovery doesn't happen alone. As a team, we work cohesively to meet each patients unique needs. We are a team-driven environment and we care about our own! 

Our employees form the foundation of everything we do optimizing patient healing and wellness, and creating a warm and welcoming environment. It is because of the dedication of our employees that we can live out our mission, vision, and company values every day. 

 

It is at  BRIDGEPOINT CONTINUING CARE HOSPITAL – WJMC CAMPUS where care, community, and careers happen. 

What You’ll Love:  

• Competitive hourly pay + shift differentials

• Paperless, quick onboarding  

• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement plan,  same day pay ,  instant access to wages )

• Paid time off, holiday pay 

• Generous employee referral program 

• Annual performance reviews and competitive bi-annual pay reviews 

• Support for personal well-being (EAP programs, mental health resources) 

• Respectful, supportive leadership and strong focus on teamwork 

• Opportunities for advancement

• Team-based staffing and leadership support focused on safe, quality resident care

• Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and CEU support 

• Strong mentorship and orientation programs 

• School Partnerships 

• 360 communications for staff, patients & families  

 

What You’ll Be Doing:  

Respiratory Therapist – RT is responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered by a physician. The Respiratory Therapist – RT monitors mechanical ventilation, administers medications, and completes patient assessments. The Respiratory Therapist – RT must understand ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, reviews blood work results, monitor patient status, and participate in teaching and training.

Respiratory Care Practitioners, RRT, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Provider, RCP, RT, CRT

Requirements:  

Education: Graduate of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Care.

Licenses/Certification: Current credentials as a Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Current licensure from state licensure agency. BLS & ACLS Certifications required.

Experience: 1 year of respiratory care experience preferred. 

Safety Sensitive-Designated Positions  

 

Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. 

 

Your next shift could change a life. Apply today!  

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities. 

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