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Respiratory Therapist - New Grad - All Locations

Date Posted: May 28, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD
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    Location Jennings, Louisiana, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Jun 28, 2026

Job Description

Overview

Ochsner Health System is seeking a New Grad Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support to patients from neonatal to geriatric. This role involves monitoring oxygen therapy, arterial blood gases, and EKGs, assisting with artificial airways, and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

  • Provide respiratory care treatment and oxygen services to patients
  • Monitor and wean oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation
  • Draw, analyze, and report arterial blood gases and EKGs
  • Educate patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans
  • Maintain professional certifications and knowledge of technical procedures
  • Perform routine and advanced therapeutic procedures
  • Attend staff meetings and perform other related duties as required

Required skills

  • Associate's Degree
  • Current License as a Respiratory Therapist
  • Certification as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (for NICU therapists)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (within 90 days of hire)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (within 90 days of hire)
  • Computer skills for data entry and retrieval
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills

What the company offers

Not specified in the original listing.

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Company Overview

Gulfport, Mississippi, United States of America

Ochsner Health System has been committed to serving and healing the community since its establishment in 1942. They focus on innovation and education, emphasizing the importance of their dedicated employees in making a positive difference in patient... Read More

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