Respiratory Therapist

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority in Canada is seeking an entry-level Respiratory Therapist. The role involves providing diagnostic data, administering respiratory therapy, and formulating care plans for patients in various units. Candidates should be graduates of a recognized Respiratory Therapy program and eligible for membership with the local society of respiratory therapists.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic data and administer respiratory therapy according to established procedures.
• Formulate and chart care plans for patient treatment.
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures and equipment operation.

Skills

Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts

Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Effective communication skills

Ability to demonstrate respiratory methods and operation of equipment

Education

Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy

Eligible for registered membership with British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists

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

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.

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.

Link To Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD812.pdf

Job Details

• Seniority level : Entry level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Health Care Provider
• Industries : Hospitals and Health Care