Respiratory Therapist - Hyperbaric Chamber

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading health authority in Nova Scotia, where you will play a vital role as a Respiratory Therapist. This position offers the opportunity to apply your skills in diagnosing and managing cardiorespiratory disorders while collaborating with a diverse group of healthcare professionals. With a focus on patient education and support, you will contribute to a mission of excellence in health and healing. Enjoy the benefits of a permanent part-time role that supports work-life balance, allowing you to embrace the beautiful lifestyle of Atlantic Canada. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and Canadian Board exams.
• One year of experience in Respiratory Therapy and current certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic modalities for cardiorespiratory disorders.
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare providers.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Competencies in French

Education

Respiratory Therapy program

Canadian Board of Respiratory Care Exams

Current registration with Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists

Tools

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Req ID: 191350
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: OPCZ CRIT Hyperbaric Chamber
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (60%) x 1
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 12-Feb-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle.

About the Opportunity

Under the direction of the Manager, the Respiratory Therapist applies their knowledge, skills and judgment in the provision of diagnostic, assessment and therapeutic modalities to assist in the management of cardiorespiratory and related disorders in collaboration with the physician and other health care professionals. The Respiratory Therapist also participates in education of patients, families and other health care providers.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

1. Successful completion of a Respiratory Therapy program from an accredited institution
2. Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care Exams
3. Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists
4. One-year Respiratory Therapy experience
5. Current certification in BCLS and ACLS
6. Effective communication and interpersonal skills
7. Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

1. Permanent part-time position, 45 hours bi-weekly
2. Position includes on call

Compensation and Benefits

$34.24 - $42.92 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.