Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job DescriptionCertified or Registered Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT)Our Lady of the AngelsBogalusa, LAJob Summary: The Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist participates in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Therapists are responsible for the initiation and management of Life Support Systems under the direction of the physician. The RRT may perform all tasks included in their license practice act within department guidelines and policies. The RRT must function with limited supervision, relying on their education and the guidance of the physician and supervisory staff.Minimum Requirements: Associate's Degree or equivalent (10 Years of experience as licensed therapist substituted for Associate's Degree). Graduate of AMA approved program. Successful completion of the National Certification exam administered by the NBRC. Successful completion of both the Certified and Registered exams administered by the NBRC. Current Louisiana State License or permit issued by LSBME and BLS certification; NRP; ACLS certification is required after 6 months of employment; PALS Certification required within 6 months of hire.#CBAbout Us Our Lady of the Angels Hospital is part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System. The health system was organized in 1984 to unite three existing hospitals in Louisiana which were already part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady's mission of extending the healthcare of Jesus Christ to those most in need. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the health system serves patients across the State of Louisiana through a network of hospitals, clinics, physicians, elderly housing and integrated information systems and currently employs over 10,000 individuals. Our Lady of the Angels Hospital's exceptional team members put their hearts and souls into serving the Washington Parish community all day, every day. They appreciate the trust that the community places in them, and they strive to continually offer enhanced innovation and expanded access to quality healthcare, close to home.