Respiratory Therapist (Upto $10k Incentives Available)

Health PEI; Summerside; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist 1 to deliver high-quality respiratory therapy services. This role involves working with patients in various settings, including inpatient and outpatient care. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in respiratory therapy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in patient care. Join a team that values your expertise and offers incentives for your commitment.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Life insurance

Store discount

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree or diploma in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Experience in acute care, ICU, and Neo-Natal care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide airway management and maintain mechanical ventilation.
• Evaluate client respiratory care plans and educate clients.
• Perform diagnostic procedures related to respiratory therapy.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Airway Management

Mechanical Ventilation

Client Education

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Diploma in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Position: Respiratory Therapist 1

FTE: Full-Time & Part-Time, Permanent

Multiple locations

Salary: $37.59 - $46.12 Per Hour

Start Date/Term Length: Commencing Immediately

The Respiratory Therapist 1 contributes to and ensures the delivery of respiratory therapy services through participation in the diagnosis, treatment and clinical investigation of clients with respiratory disease and medically related disorders. These services are provided to inpatients, ambulatory/outpatient and emergency room patients. Eligible candidates will be entitled to HealthPEI Allied Health Services Incentives of up to $10k upon successful hiring. Refer to the link for more information: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/allied-health-professionals-eligible-for-recruitment-incentive

Duties will include but not limited to:

• Providing airway management duties;
• Maintaining mechanical ventilation and client transport duties;
• Providing general respiratory therapeutic duties;
• Evaluating client respiratory care plans;
• Providing various other tests and diagnostic procedures related to respiratory therapy;
• Maintaining technical support for respiratory equipment;
• Educating clients and staff on respiratory equipment and management of respiratory diseases;
• Drafting correspondence, reports, and maintaining professional records;
• Accessing respiratory status in order to treat patient accordingly and make recommendations to physicians;
• Performing other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree with a designation in Respiratory Therapy or diploma in Respiratory Therapy preferably with experience in an acute care setting.
• Respiratory Therapy experience in ICU and Neo-Natal care would be considered assets.
• Applicants must be licensed or eligible for licensing with the College of Allied Health Professionals of Prince Edward Island.
• Demonstrated skills in program planning and excellent communication and organizational skills are required.
• Applicants must have a good previous work and attendance record.

Other Qualifications:

• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Job ID 160571

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Incentive Information: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/allied-health-professionals-eligible-for-recruitment-incentive

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Store discount
• Wellness program

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay