Respiratory Therapist Registered
LCMC HealthAbout the role
Your job is more than a job.
*Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Bonus Available!*
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:
Nights (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 University Medical Center
University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.
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 emp
Apply for this role
Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.
Apply Now →Generate Application KitFree account required — sign up in 30s