Respiratory Therapist - (223183)

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in British Columbia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist responsible for administering therapy and diagnostic services in various units including intensive care. The ideal candidate will have graduated from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program and be eligible for membership with the BCSRT. Key skills include effective communication, operating respiratory equipment, and demonstrating procedures to patients and staff. Join a team committed to patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic data and administer respiratory therapy.
• Formulate and chart care plans according to established procedures.
• Demonstrate respiratory care procedures and operate related equipment.

Skills

Effective communication

Operating respiratory therapy equipment

Interpersonal skills

Demonstrating procedures

Physical ability for duties

Education

Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy

Eligible 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

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.