Registered Respiratory Therapist - (222853)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Nanaimo, Canada is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their patient care team. Responsibilities include providing diagnostic data, implementing therapeutic interventions, and ensuring the safe application of various respiratory equipment. Candidates must have graduated from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program, eligible for BCSRT membership, and hold a Life Support 'C' Certificate. Strong communication and decision-making skills in emergencies are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic data and therapeutic interventions.
• Ensure safe application of respiratory equipment.
• Work as part of the patient care team.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to handle stressful environments

Ability to work independently

Decision-making in emergencies

Physical ability to perform duties

Ability to operate office equipment

Education

Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program

Eligible for BCSRT membership

Life Support 'C' Certificate

Instructor's Certificate

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

As a member of the patient care team, the Registered Respiratory Therapist provides diagnostic data, therapeutic intervention, and ensures the safe and appropriate application of a variety of respiratory equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognised Respiratory Therapy program and eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT). Life Support "C" Certificate required, Instructor's Certificate an asset.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effective both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with others effective a lot??
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in highly stressful environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions in emergency situations and establish priorities.
• Demonstrated physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related office equipment.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1704.pdf