Respiratory Therapist

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Canada is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory therapy services. The role involves working in various clinical settings such as ICUs and rehabilitation programs. Candidates should be graduates of a recognized respiratory therapy program and eligible for membership with the BCSRT. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic data and administer respiratory therapy according to established procedures.
• Formulate and chart care plans to ensure safe use of respiratory equipment.
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to patients and hospital staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Operation of respiratory therapy equipment

Ability to work with patients

Teamwork

Education

Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy

Eligible for registered membership with BCSRT

Job description

Overview

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the appropriate site Supervisor, Respiratory Therapy. Provides diagnostic data, administers respiratory therapy, formulates and charts care plans according to established procedures to ensure safe and appropriate application of a variety of respiratory equipment and procedures in areas such as adult, paediatric, and neonatal intensive care units, cardiovascular unit, respiratory rehabilitation programs and related clinics, emergency room and medical-surgical nursing units. Demonstrates respiratory care procedures and the operation of related equipment to patients and other members of the hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic data and administer respiratory therapy according to established procedures.
• Formulate and chart care plans to ensure safe and appropriate use of respiratory equipment and procedures.
• Work in areas including adult, paediatric, and neonatal intensive care units, cardiovascular unit, respiratory rehabilitation programs and related clinics, emergency room and medical-surgical nursing units.
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures and operate related equipment to patients and other hospital staff.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience
Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy. Eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including patients, physicians and the public.
• Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment and perform respiratory therapy procedures.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to demonstrate respiratory methods and the operation of related equipment to patients and members of hospital staff.