Respiratory Therapist

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Respirology Clinic in Halifax. The role involves providing diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care, including spirometry, patient and family education, and clinical support in collaboration with physicians and the health-care team.

The position is a long-term, full-time casual assignment at 75 hours biweekly, expected for approximately 12 months, with a comprehensive benefits package and a pension option.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Respiratory Therapy program from an accredited institution.
• Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care Exams.
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Respiratory Therapy.
• Registration with CACPT preferred.
• Previous spirometry experience required.
• Previous care coordinator experience an asset.
• Certified educator in respiratory/asthma/COPD an asset.
• Smoking cessation experience an asset.
• Time management, conflict resolution and information management skills are an asset.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Multi-lingual abilities, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Spirometry, patient/family teaching and clinical support.
• Collaborate with physicians and other health professionals as needed.
• Support education of patients, families and health care providers.

Skills

Spirometry experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

French - optional

Education

Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - Respirology Clinic

Req ID: 228287
Location: CentralZone,Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: OPCZ Respirology Clinic
Type of Employment: CasualHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Union: NSGEU HealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 23-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

Under the direction of the Health Services Manager, the Respiratory Therapist applies their knowledge, skills and judgment in the provision of diagnostic, assessment and therapeutic modalities to assist in the management of respiratory and related disorders in collaboration with the physician and other health care professionals. The Respiratory Therapist also participates in education of patients, families and other health care providers. Primary responsibilities include spirometry, patient/family teaching and clinical support.

About You

• Successful completion of a Respiratory Therapy program from an accredited institution
• Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care Exams
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Respiratory Therapy
• Registration with Canadian Association of Cardio-Pulmonary Technologists (CACPT) preferred
• Previous spirometry experience required
• Previous care coordinator experience an asset
• Certified repiratory/asthma/COPD educator an asset
• Smoking cessation experience an asset
• Prior experience in time management, conflict resolution and information management an asset
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Approximately 12 months

Compensation and Benefits

$36.69 - $48.33 hourly

$50.02 hourly with 25 years' service with the employer.

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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