Certified Asthma Educator

Humber River Health; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Canada seeks a part-time Certified Asthma Educator for their Maternal & Child Program. The role involves working with pediatric patients to provide care and support, enhancing communication among clients and healthcare providers. Required qualifications include being a member of the College of Respiratory Therapists, having relevant certifications, and possessing excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Engagement initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Practice according to professional standards by CSRT and CRTO.
• Experience in pediatric respiratory assessment and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to improve operations by evaluating processes.
• Perform Spirometry tests and assist with education for patients.
• Maintain accurate records of clients’ therapy using EMR.

Skills

Spirometry testing

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Electronic Medical Records

Education

Certified Respiratory Educator (CRE) or Certified Asthma Educator designation

Member in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario

CPR certification

Job description

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

Right now we’re looking for a Part time Certified Asthma Educator to work in our Maternal & Child Program.

Reporting to Manager, Paediatric Outpatient Clinic, the Asthma Educator works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide excellent care to paediatric clients with Asthma and other lung diseases.

The Asthma Educator establishes strong communication pathways between clients, family physicians, specialists, hospitals and other community and agencies.

Employment Details

• Employment Status: Part-Time
• Hours of Work: Days
• Location: Humber River Health, Wilson Site
• Labour Group: OPSEU 577
• Hourly Rate: $36.83 - $51.77

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively improves the operation of the clinics by evaluating processes, workflow, and participating in other quality improvement activities such as chart audits.
• The Asthma Educator performs Spirometry tests and assists with education for patients and patient’s family.
• The Asthma Educator maintains and performs calibrations on Spirometry equipment, Oxygen Saturation Monitor and supplies all the while adhering to Universal Precautions and Infection Control practices.
• Maintain accurate records of clients’ therapy using electronic medical records (EMR) and spirometry reports; facilitate and assist in developing individual education sessions.
• Serve as a resource to the team.
• Ordering of supplies including samples and other devices as needed.

Requirements

• Member in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario
• Practice in accordance with the standards of professional practice as outlined by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) and the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO).
• Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists
• Current Certified Respiratory Educator (CRE) or Certified Asthma Educator designation required/Asthma Educator
• 5 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Currently possess Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Experience in pediatric respiratory assessment, Pulmonary Rehabilitation
• Demonstrates effective time‑management skills and able to quickly make decisions to solve problems as required; ability to work independently
• Excellent computer literacy and Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word and Outlook, Electronic Medical Records
• Must have strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Other languages an asset
• Strong technical skills in Spirometry testing
• TEACH Trained, familiar with the OMSC and STOP with CHC

Interested Applicants

Interested applicants are required to submit an Application before the closing date. We thank all candidates that apply but only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence‑based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high‑quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Attracting and retaining a workforce that represents the diverse communities surrounding Humber River Health is a priority. We encourage applicants from all equity‑deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ.

Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process as well as during employment at Humber River Health. Please direct any accommodation requests to our recruitment team.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.