Respiratory Therapists
LED FastStart·Marrero, Louisiana
LED FastStart·Marrero, Louisiana
Provides respiratory care, oxygen services, and ventilation support to patients across all age groups from neonatal to geriatric. Responsible for performing diagnostic tests, monitoring artificial ventilation, and documenting clinical information.
JOB SUMMARY This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and outpatients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric.
The Respiratory Therapist set-ups, monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation.
The Respiratory Therapist draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs.
The Respiratory Therapist delivers intermittent therapy and assists with changing of artificial airways.
The Respiratory Therapist provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
Performs diagnostic procedures.
Provides care based on physical; psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
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 requirements for this job:-Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or as a Certified Respiratory Therapist.
Requires certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist from the National Board of Respiratory Care. Must be able to adapt care and communication styles to diverse patient populations.
Market context
In Louisiana, allied-health employers typically look for nuclear medicine technologists with current state licensure and dual ARRT and NMTCB registration, so demand tends to favor candidates who already meet all credentialing requirements. These roles are competitive because the required background combines an AMA-accredited radiologic technology education, a nuclear medicine certificate, and at least two years of experience in both nuclear medicine and radiology. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your licenses, certifications, and experience match before applying.
