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Respiratory Therapist Registered - Limited Benefits

LCMC Health logoLCMC HealthFull timePosted 2w agoStill open, checked every night

Open in 2 locations

LCMC Health posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.

How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Respiratory therapists employed in Louisiana earn a median of $36.17 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Workplace injuries

East Jefferson General Hospital in Metairie reported 49 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 4,463,674 hours worked: 2.2 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.0 per 100 full-time workers at hospitals, general medical and surgicalnationwide. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.

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About the job

Your job is more than a job.

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Breathe Life Into Care

At the heart of every breath is someone like you.

You’re more than a clinician you’re the calm in the storm when someone says, “I can’t breathe.” You bring skill, precision, and heart to every moment, whether it’s managing a ventilator, supporting a code, or simply helping a patient feel safe again.

If you believe respiratory care is about treating the whole person, not just the condition, you’ll fit right in here.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Because you don’t just administer treatments, you transform fear into relief.

Because every breath you help restore is a win.

Because your compassion matters just as much as your clinical expertise.

From a child battling with asthma to a patient navigating COPD, you’re there; steady, skilled, and deeply human.

What You’ll Do (aka Your Everyday Impact)

You’ll be hands-on with both critical and general care, including:

  • Managing ventilators and adjusting settings based on patient needs
  • Performing arterial punctures and assisting with airway management
  • Supporting high-acuity situations like Code III responses
  • Assisting with bronchoscopies and intubations
  • Delivering therapies (oxygen, aerosol, CPT, IPPB, incentive spirometry, and more)
  • Monitoring equipment and ensuring safe, effective operation
  • Educating patients and families so they feel informed and empowered
  • Maintaining strict infection control and safety standards
  • Collaborating with a team that values your insight and expertise

What Makes You Amazing (What You Bring)

Required Credentials

  • Licensed Respiratory Therapist (Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners)
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC)
  • Current BLS / CPR (AHA)
  • ACLS Certification
  • PALS Certification

Beyond the Basics

  • Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize in fast-paced environments
  • A compassionate, patient-first mindset
  • A team player who communicates clearly and confidently

The Difference You Make

Respiratory distress is overwhelming, but you bring relief.

You bring clarity.

You bring breath back.

And those moments when a patient relaxes, smiles, and finally exhales?

That’s why you do what you do. And it’s why we want you on our team.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Bring your skills. Bring your heart. Bring your story.

We can’t wait to meet you.

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community.

Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary

About East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.

Your extras

  • Deliver healthcare with heart.
  • Give people a reason to smile.
  • Put a little love in your work.
  • Be honest and real, but with compassion.
  • Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
  • Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
  • See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
  • Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
  • Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Simple things make the difference.

  • To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.
  • To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.
  • To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.
  • To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

From LCMC Health's job posting for East Jefferson General Hospital, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About LCMC Health

LCMC Health is a New Orleans-based nonprofit health system with eight hospitals, 15,166 (source: LCMC Health, LCMC Health by the numbers (2025 fact sheet)) employees and 3,487 (source: LCMC Health, LCMC Health by the numbers (2025 fact sheet)) physicians serving the greater New Orleans area and Louisiana. Source: LCMC Health, LCMC Health by the numbers (2025 fact sheet)

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