Respiratory Therapist

Avant Respiratory; Lethbridge; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Lethbridge, AB is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist with a focus on patient care and service excellence. Responsibilities include initiating home therapy, managing equipment, and conducting consultations. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and a Class 5 Driver’s License. This position offers flexible hours ranging from 20 to 40 hours per week with competitive pay starting at $40/hr.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Respiratory Therapist is mandatory.
• Experience in Oxygen Therapy preferred, familiarity with PAP Therapy is beneficial.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and monitor prescribed respiratory therapy at clients’ homes.
• Deliver and exchange equipment, involving lifting and travel.
• Conduct in-office and comprehensive sleep consultations with patients.

Skills

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Oxygen Therapy knowledge

Class 5 Driver’s License

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - Lethbridge, AB

At Avant Respiratory, we are a dedicated team of professionals providing the highest quality in CPAP and sleep therapy services across Canada. We provide clinical consultation, diagnostic services, and treatment.

We are currently looking for our next amazing hire for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Lethbridge, AB.

We are in our expansion mode and actively recruiting a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for a meaningful career with lots of flexibility.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Initiate and monitor prescribed respiratory therapy at clients’ homes, including assessments, education, documentation, and follow-up for equipment performance and compliance.
• Deliver and exchange equipment, which may involve lifting up to 60lbs and long-distance travel for home visits.
• Conduct respiratory equipment in-service training with various community partners.
• Perform initial oxygen set-up for discharged clients from health care facility and regular follow-up assessments for oxygen therapy.
• Conduct in-office consultations and comprehensive sleep consultations with patients, ensuring high patient interaction and support.
• Effective communication with Physicians, administrative staff, Managers and Directors.

Skills & Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist required.
• Experience or knowledge in Oxygen Therapy is preferred; familiarity with PAP (Positive Airway Pressure) Therapy is a plus.
• Class 5 Driver’s License required.
• Professional and friendly interpersonal skills with strong customer service values and communication skills.
• Good time management skills, ability to work effectively under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task, assess situations and prioritize tasks accordingly.
• The ability to quickly learn and understand various processes in a constantly changing environment.

Job type: Casual, part-time, full-time

Schedule: Flexible working hours ranging from 20 to 40 hours per week, plus on-call

Pay: starts at $40/hr

Website: www.avantrespiratory.com