No salary listed — similar Respiratory Therapist roles pay ~$102k (median of 60 jobs)
6.0/10 work-life score · Top 25% in Respiratory Therapy — ranked against 3,656 active roles in this specialty
Respiratory Therapist - PRN
About the Role
PRN respiratory therapist. Flexible shifts, 24/7 availability. Starkville, MS.
Join Ochsner Health as a Respiratory Therapist – PRN, Flexible Shifts in Starkville, Mississippi. 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.
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join Ochsner Health as a Respiratory Therapist – PRN, Flexible Shifts.
Key Responsibilities
Provide respiratory care, oxygen services, and ventilation support to patients ranging from neonatal to geriatric. Perform diagnostic procedures, monitor artificial ventilation, and educate patients and co-workers on treatment plans.
Requirements
Requires an Associate's degree and a current state license as a Respiratory Therapist. Must hold NBRC certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and BLS certification, with ACLS obtained within 90 days.
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Respiratory Therapist - PRN at Ochsner Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Respiratory Therapy — ranked against 3,656 active Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Respiratory Therapy — healthcare professional Career Context
In Mississippi, Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$73k across 36 listings, vs ~$85k nationally (3,871 listings).
Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Mississippi's cost-of-living index is 85.0 (US average = 100) — Mississippi ranks #8 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 61.9% of Mississippi clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.0/10 on work-life balance for Respiratory Therapist roles.
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