Respiratory Therapist Full Time

  • Iberia Medical Center
  • New Iberia, Louisiana
  • Full Time
Respiratory Therapist Full Time

IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER New Iberia, LA

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Iberia Medical Center (IMC) in New Iberia, LA is looking for team members who will help advance our vision to be the premier hospital of choice for patients, physicians and employees. We've been caring for our community for over 60 years and offer many diverse career paths. Our new employees experience opportunities to learn and grow while caring for their families, friends and neighbors.

IMC is currently hiring a Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) on a Full Time basis. Under the general supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Director, this person applies the Respiratory Care process ( assessment, planning , intervention and evaluation ). Effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining standards of professional Respiratory Care. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho / social, education, safety and related criteria for the neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric population.

*Sign On Bonus Available!

EDUCATION:

High School Graduate

Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory School

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Current license as a Certified Respiratory Therapist or Certified Eligible Therapist.

Current license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Registry Eligible Therapist.

Current CPR Certification. (Infant, Child and Adult)

TRAINING/EXPERIENCE/JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Previous experience preferred, but not required

Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Thorough knowledge of all respiratory procedures

PRINCIPLE TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administration of respiratory medications.

Oxygen therapy.

Arterial Blood Gases

Electrocardiogram

Ventilator management

Pulmonary Function Study

Airway management

Chest Physiotherapy

Troubleshooting equipment

Proper chart documentation

Patient Education

Patient Confidentiality

Care plan of patient

Cleaning of equipment

Hospital policies & procedures

Department policies & procedures

Adhere to standards of performance

Age specific competencies

Annual in-service

Competitive Benefits:

Great medical benefit plan

Early access to earned wages

Participation in robust state pension plan

Dental, vision, life insurance, disability and more!

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Job ID: 466810623
Originally Posted on: 2/25/2025

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