Job Title
Respiratory Therapist – Neuro/Respiratory Diagnostics
Location
New Orleans, LA
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | Every Other Weekend Coverage
Key Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory therapy services within a Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit during night shift hours
- Deliver patient care in accordance with facility protocols and unit manager direction
- Participate in weekend coverage on a rotating every-other-weekend schedule
- Complete required facility orientation modules as scheduled
- Report as assigned by unit manager in the event of an emergency, which may include remaining at the facility until the event passes or serving on a relief team
Required Qualifications
- Active CRT or RRT credential with a valid state license (Compact or Louisiana license must be in hand at time of submittal)
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications (AHA required)
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in specialty
- Must reside more than 65 miles from the facility (as verified by address on driver's license)
- No new graduates accepted; experienced travelers only
- Candidates with a pending license must apply for Allied Health licensure within 72 hours of contract signing
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience with Epic electronic health records system
- Prior travel assignment experience preferred, though first-time travelers with strong RT experience will be considered
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics environment with a well-established healthcare system
- Orientation modules are billable and completed during scheduled orientation hours