Respiratory Therapist

Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre; Barrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Barrie is seeking a casual Clinic focused Registered Respiratory Therapist to support adult and pediatric asthma and pulmonary function clinics. Ideal candidates will possess registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario, have BCLS certification, and prior experience in pulmonary function testing. Responsibilities include patient education, conducting tests, and providing personalized care based on current guidelines.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario is mandatory.
• Experience in pulmonary function testing and asthma clinics is essential.
• BCLS certification and a CRE or CAE certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide education on chronic respiratory diseases management.
• Conduct pulmonary function testing and smoking cessation counselling.
• Administer aerosolized medication as required.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Ability to function independently

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Adaptability

Education

Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario

Current BCLS certification

Certified Respiratory Educator (CRE)

Certified Asthma Educator (CAE)

Certification in smoking cessation counselling (TEACH)

Job description

Job Summary & Requirements

We are currently recruiting for a casual Clinic focused Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to support our ambulatory service (adult and paediatric asthma and pulmonary function) clinics.

Education and Experience:

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario - required
• Current BCLS - required
• Previous experience in pulmonary function testing – required
• Previous experience in asthma clinic (pediatric &/or adult) - required
• Certified Respiratory Educator (CRE) or Certified Asthma Educator (CAE) – required
• Certification in smoking cessation counselling (example: TEACH) – preferred
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Providing focused education and disease management recommendations to patients, families, staff and providers as it pertains to the management of chronic respiratory diseases including but not limited to COPD and asthma. Education and recommendations will include topics such as appropriate use of medication, symptom identification, self management strategies, disease progression, and potential referrals to external providers
• Smoking cessation counselling
• Administration of aerosolized medication and/or Meter Dose Inhaler (MDI)
• Completing home oxygen assessments
• Pulmonary function testing including: body plethysmography, spirometry, lung diffusion, methacholine challenge testing, MIP/MEP
• Performing 6 minute walk tests
• Arterial punctures and blood gas analysis
• FeNO testing
• Familiarity with current CTS guidelines for the diagnosis and management of asthma
• Familiarity with current CTS and GOLD guidelines for the diagnosis and management of COPD
  
  

Competencies:

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrates excellent critical thinking, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates ability to function both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to patient and family-centered care
• Commitment to professional practice, continuing education and lifelong learning
• Excellent attendance, punctuality and work record required
• Demonstrates technical skills-computer software
• Demonstrates ability to energize, coach, encourage and support other team members