Job Description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job delivers specialized comprehensive care to a variety of patient populations by operating and managing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) equipment under the supervision of ECMO leadership and physicians. Collaborates with all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of care to the patient; monitors the patient’s status and ECMO circuit; maintains the ECMO pump and manages the ECMO patient; identifies and corrects problems associated with ECMO procedures; and provides ECMO services as ordered by a physician in accordance with established policies and procedures.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

Required -

Completion of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved Respiratory Care program or Certified Clinical Perfusionist.

Work Experience

Required -

1 year of strong critical care experience.

Preferred -

1 year of pediatric/neonatal experience.

Certifications

Required -

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of Louisiana.

Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as an active Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) only acceptable for Respiratory Therapists who have been grandfathered in by the ECMO Medical Director.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively support management decisions and promote a positive work environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to deal with multiple tasks at the same time.
• Ability to manage stress in order to maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with ECMO physicians, co-workers, patients, and patients’ families.
• Ability to use sound judgment in assessing patient and family needs.
• Refined analytical skills and ability to interpret results of medical tests and act upon these results within the parameters defined by the ECMO physician.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible work schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Job Duties

• Assesses and plans daily ECMO course with healthcare team.
• Manages the ECMO patient.
• Manages and maintains the ECMO pump.
• Collects and manages quality improvement data.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10-20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.