Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist Ped-Neo Transport - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is looking for an Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist in Winnipeg to deliver critical care to patients during transport. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care, excellent teamwork abilities, and hold the necessary licenses and certifications. Join us in making a difference in the health care sector by supporting patient care across Manitoba.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Health benefits

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience as a Respiratory Therapist, specifically in critical care.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Current license to practice in Manitoba is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care during transport for patients including neonates and adults.
• Function in various environments and ensure patient safety at all times.
• Collaborate with EMS and hospital staff.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Independence in Work

Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Education

Entry-to-practice academic credential in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Aeromedical Licensure

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Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist Ped-Neo Transport - Repost

Requisition ID: 382676

Position Number: 20090874

Posting End Date: Open Until Filled

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Shared Health

Si te: Shared Health -Health Sciences Centre

Department / Unit: SH Child Health Transport & Med Air Srv

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 0.70

Anticipated Shift: Days;Nights;Weekends;Standby coverage as required

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 12.00

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Provides current and competent clinical care while treating patients in multiple venues; including but not limited to: medical facilities in Manitoba, ground ambulance, ground patient support vehicle, air ambulance.

Functions in harsh and unusual environmental conditions, including extreme weather and unconventional modes of transportation ensure personal and patient safety at all times.

Responsible for the provision of basic and advanced level patient care to adult, pediatric and neonatal/obstetric patients during interfacility transport, including provincial, regional and multi-sites.

Responsible for full patient care of patients requiring accompaniment during diagnostic procedures, therapeutic interventions and/or other appointments.

May assume responsibility for and provide care to single or multiple patients during interfacility transport, in accordance with Patient Transport Program protocols.

May be assigned temporary duties when provincial needs arise.
Works collaboratively with EMS, paramedics, dispatch, hospital site staff and flight nurses.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a Respiratory Therapist, with extensive experience in critical care, emergency, anaesthesia or ground/air patient transportation.
• Knowledge and proficiency in airway management, including tracheal intubation for adults, pediatrics and neonates, required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Entry-to-practice academic credential in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited Canadian program or a MARRT approved equivalent, if internationally educated, is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or another field of study with a relevant major is preferred.

Special Training:

• Current BCLS is required.
• ACLS provider is preferred.
• Current ITLS, PALS, NRP and CAMATA is preferred.
• Maintenance of current certification in the proceeding courses is required.
• Maintaining continuing education credits in the related area of practice is required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current license to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the Province of Manitoba (MARRT).
• Must maintain current license to practice in Manitoba (in good standing with no restrictions).
• Must be a member in good standing with the Canadian Society of Registered Respiratory Therapists.
• Must maintain personal liability insurance as recommended by licensing/regulatory body.
• Must maintain Aeromedical licensure.
• Must have valid class 5 driver’s license

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to work independently with limited direction and no direct supervision of daily function
• Ability to interpret and apply protocols/standards of practice in response to clinical situations.
• Ability to apply critical thinking during stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to utilize independence and flexibility in planning daily workload.
• Maintains currency in therapeutic practice of Respiratory Therapy.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should selectthe "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.