Respiratory Therapist - (222122)

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Nova Scotia seeks a Respiratory Therapist responsible for providing diagnostic data and administering respiratory therapy. This role involves formulating care plans and demonstrating procedures to patients and staff. Eligible candidates should have graduated from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy and be able to operate relevant equipment effectively. Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides diagnostic data and administers respiratory therapy.
• Formulates and charts care plans according to established procedures.
• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to patients and hospital staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment

Dealing with internal and external contacts

Physical ability to carry out duties

Demonstrating respiratory methods

Education

Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy

Eligibility for registered membership with BCSRT

Job description

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.

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.