Clinical Respiratory Consultant

Air Liquide; Windsor; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Liquide Home Healthcare Canada seeks a Clinical Respiratory Consultant to perform comprehensive respiratory assessments, deliver and set up CPAP therapy, and coordinate sleep diagnostic testing in Windsor, Ontario.

The role requires licensure, familiarity with OSA/CPAP, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs; on-call and after-hours rotation may be required. English fluency is essential, with French a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong cardio-respiratory assessment skills and knowledge of OSA and CPAP therapy.
• Licensed to practice with the provincial governing body.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs and participate in after-hours on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full respiratory assessments to meet client goals and needs; deliver equipment and determine therapy plans in consultation with physicians and care teams.
• Initiate and manage CPAP therapy as prescribed; provide education on equipment use and maintenance.
• Set up sleep diagnostic testing equipment per AASM guidelines; provide regular follow-up to assess treatment effects, comfort and compliance.
• Assess home environments for safety; perform quality control on equipment; liaise with healthcare professionals to promote Air Liquide Home Healthcare Canada.

Skills

Cardio-respiratory assessment

OSA knowledge

CPAP therapy

Driving licence

Education

RRT, RN, RPN, RPSGT or CCSH certification

Tools

Microsoft applications

Google applications

Android

Job description

R10098372 Clinical Respiratory Consultant (Open)

Location: Windsor, ON - Dougall Ave Unit 1 - Respiratory therapy

At Air Liquide Home Healthcare Canada, we believe in patient-centered care and innovation. We’re on a mission to help transform healthcare for the better. From advancing and digitizing our tools, products, and systems, to forging meaningful relationships with our patients. Air Liquide Home Healthcare Canada is a leading provider of sleep apnea tests, treatments, and home oxygen services. We partner closely with the healthcare community to deliver an exceptional patient experience that supports health, wellness, and collaborative medicine.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full respiratory assessments to meet the client's goals and needs, ensuring quality care. This includes assessing and evaluating test results, delivering necessary equipment and supplies, and determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians and care teams, as per prescription.
• Any discrepancies with respiratory therapy treatments are identified and brought to the attention of the care team.
• Initiate and manage CPAP therapy as prescribed, providing education and instructions on equipment use and maintenance. Provides “best fit” facial interface for long term CPAP or BILEVEL treatment.
• Conduct appointments and set up equipment for sleep diagnostic testing in accordance with American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) guidelines.
• Provide regular follow-up to clients to assess treatment effects, comfort, and compliance, recommending adjustments as necessary.
• Assess clients' home environments for safety, addressing concerns, and performing quality control checks on equipment.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals to promote Air Liquide Home Healthcare Canada, providing information and demonstrations of products and services to prospective clients.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of clinical best practices and continuing education relevant to the position.
• Ensure compliance with funding processes and systems, and maintain accurate documentation through completion of company forms (both digital and non-electronic).
• Uphold client confidentiality and protect company operations by safeguarding sensitive information.
• Adhere to safety and infection control policies and protocols to protect clients and employees.
• Provide instruction, supervision, and evaluation for new staff and students as needed.
• Participate in oxygen and other respiratory services, including on-call duties when required.
• Seek continuous improvement in branch operations by evaluating processes and participating in quality improvement activities.
• As needed, participate in on-call rotation and other duties as required.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) or CCSH (Certified Clinical Sleep Health) certification.
• Licensed to practice with the provincial governing body.
• Strong cardio-respiratory assessment skills and good knowledge of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and CPAP therapy.
• Valid driver’s license and clear vulnerable persons check.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Willingness to participate in a rotational after-hours on-call schedule.
• Fluent in written and spoken English, with French fluency if required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google applications, as well as Android.

Additional Information Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This job grade falls within a salary band starting at the minimum of $65,000 with opportunity for advancement.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background.

We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.