RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Northern Health Authority; Quesnel; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation after 1 year—4 weeks

Moving expense support

Training & leadership development

Employee referral program

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a registered Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care in a dynamic, multidisciplinary setting. You will work with the respiratory services team to apply CSRT standards and client-centered care in both acute and chronic cardiopulmonary cases.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, maintain clinical competencies, and participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program.
• Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canadas (HPTC) Respiratory Therapist (RT) Exam.
• Valid BC Driver’s License as required in the specific practice area.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing respiratory care in a multi-disciplinary setting for clients with varied cardio-respiratory illnesses.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and other health care professionals.
• Participate in committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.
• Maintain and advance clinical competence and promote client-centered care.

Skills

Clinical assessments

Client education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Team leadership

Data analysis

Meditech proficiency

Computer skills

Equipment operation

Education

Respiratory Therapy program graduation

HPTC RT Exam completion

Valid BC Driver’s License

Tools

Meditech

Windows-based programs

Email & word processing

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Respiratory Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Respiratory Services department. In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Respiratory Therapist practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as outlined by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) as well as within a client and family centered care model. Performs ongoing respiratory care in a multi-disciplinary setting to clients with a variety of illnesses/diseases including but not limited to acute and/or chronic cardio-respiratory illnesses or pathologies by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the client/family. Consults, confers and collaborates with other health care professionals. Demonstrates continuous improvement and best practice approach in respiratory practice. Maintains and advances own clinical competence. Participates on committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Days - 08:00 to 14:42

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program.
• Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canadas (HPTC) Respiratory Therapist (RT) Exam.
• Valid BC Driver’s License as required in the specific practice area.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.
• Ability to teach clients and others both one-on-one and in groups.
• Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff and members of the interdisciplinary team using verbal, written, computer communication means. Ability to effectively apply conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively. Applies the problem-solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making skills using a systems approach.
• Ability to promote client-focused care that demonstrates care for and with clients and significant others, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, client advocacy and social justice concerns.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team and collaborates across disciplines.
• Promotes staff morale, engagement and empowerment. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovation, implementation of IH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Meditech and Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working

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More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.