Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT)

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.

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!

IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled