COMMUNITY RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health - BC is seeking a passionate Community Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory services in Fort St. John. The role involves promoting respiratory health, performing assessments, and developing care plans for patients. Enjoy a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits and access to outdoor activities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Four weeks of vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and development

Access to outdoor activities

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Must be a registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Experience in community respiratory services desired.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivery of Community Respiratory Services.
• Formulates and documents care plans for patients.
• Conduct assessments and diagnostic testing.

Skills

Respiratory care

Patient education

Assessment skills

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Respiratory Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Primary Care team.

Reporting to the Team Lead, Interprofessional Teams, the Community Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the delivery of Community Respiratory Services within Northern Health, including promotion of respiratory health, assessment, diagnostic testing, education, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients with respiratory dysfunction. Formulates and documents respiratory care plans and disease self-management strategies.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday / Days 08:30 to 16:30

Location: Fort St. John, located above the Peace River Valley, with a diverse population of approximately 21,000 (2021) and serving an area of about 69,000. The town offers a friendly, small-town feel with big city amenities and a vibrant arts community. Learn more about what this energetic community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you:

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for both part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have the option to pay for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and some of the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan forgiveness programs offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.