Respiratory Therapist

A great healthcare system near Lake Charles, LA is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join its team! The details are below.

Pay: $23.50-$38.90/hour (based on experience)

Respiratory Therapist Opportunity: 

• Full-time, direct-hire position
  
  
  


• The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision
  
  


• Manages ventilators, administers treatments, and conducts diagnostic tests for patients with respiratory or cardiopulmonary conditions
  
  


• Assesses patient progress and adjust respiratory therapy as needed
  
  


• Works with healthcare professionals to deliver inhalants and operate respiratory equipment as part of treatment plans
  
  

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required
  
  


• RT or RCP license in the state of hire
  
  


• 1-3 years of experience as a respiratory therapist preferred
  
  

• Offers a mix of southern hospitality, outdoor wetlands, and vibrant entertainment
  
  


• Annual festivals featuring parades, cook-offs, dancing, and more
  
  


• Plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities with lake-access, premier freshwater and saltwater sports, hunting, fishing, etc.
  
  


• Easy access to necessary amenities and not too far from major cities like Houston and New Orleans