Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care & Diagnostics

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Nanaimo, Canada is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their patient care team. Responsibilities include providing diagnostic data, implementing therapeutic interventions, and ensuring the safe application of various respiratory equipment. Candidates must have graduated from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program, eligible for BCSRT membership, and hold a Life Support 'C' Certificate. Strong communication and decision-making skills in emergencies are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic data and therapeutic interventions.
• Ensure safe application of respiratory equipment.
• Work as part of the patient care team.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to handle stressful environments

Ability to work independently

Decision-making in emergencies

Physical ability to perform duties

Ability to operate office equipment

Education

Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program

Eligible for BCSRT membership

Life Support 'C' Certificate

Instructor's Certificate

Job description

A regional health authority in Nanaimo, Canada is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their patient care team. Responsibilities include providing diagnostic data, implementing therapeutic interventions, and ensuring the safe application of various respiratory equipment. Candidates must have graduated from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program, eligible for BCSRT membership, and hold a Life Support 'C' Certificate. Strong communication and decision-making skills in emergencies are essential for this role.