Ochsner- HME- Respiratory Therapist- Slidell- $7500 sign on bonus

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. It also coordinates the overall provision of respiratory care, plans, develops and implements respiratory care programs; sets up all types of positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy as ordered by physicians, educates patients on proper and safe use of equipment; monitors patient compliance data and conducts patient and physician follow‑up as per Departmental Policy 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. Education Required – Associate’s degree. Graduate of an AMA‑approved school of Respiratory Therapy Preferred – Bachelor’s degree in Allied Health or Related Field Work Experience Required – None. Preferred – Experience with Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) as well as other Respiratory Home Medical Equipment Certifications Required – Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice, Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist BLS – Basic Life Support Certification through American Heart Association 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 throughout the patient care process. Knowledge of respiratory equipment. Reliable transportation to travel to patient homes to setup/monitor respiratory equipment. Ability to be on‑call for patient needs. Job Duties Sets up Respiratory and PAP therapy equipment in the Post Acute Setting. Reviews and documents all pertinent information regarding each patient. Educates patients and co‑workers on procedures and treatment plans. Participates in process improvement initiatives and resolves patient issues. Communicates with physicians and serves as a resource on Respiratory Therapy in the Post Acute Setting. Monitors patient compliance to therapy and makes recommendations when needed. 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. 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. 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. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur. The incumbent works with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases and may enter isolation rooms. The incumbent has 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health System