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Respiratory Therapist - Community RRT
Island Health —Duncan, BC
- $40.19–$50.20 an hour
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Hospital experience

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Lakeridge Health —Oshawa, ON
Under the direction of the Manager, Critical Care & Respiratory Services, the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) will be responsible for: providing…
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Respiratory Therapist - Community RRT

Island Health
Duncan, BC

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Skills

Computer operation
CPR Certification
BLS Certification
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Hospital experience

Full job description

Job Description:

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, while maintaining close professional links with Respiratory Therapy Services, the Community Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) works as a member of an inter-disciplinary team in CHS to provide respiratory therapy consultation assessment and treatment of CHS clients. The Community RRT is responsible for identifying potential clients for program admission and linking with other CHS members and physicians to ensure that admission criteria are met. The Community RRT plans and carries out a treatment program for each client, which may include assessment and treatment in the client's own home, and in-hospital consultation for discharge. This position acts as a resource for physicians, other members of CHS and provides input regarding future initiatives and directions of CHS.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduate of a recognized Respiratory Therapy education program; and
Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) certification; and
Certified Respiratory Educator (CRE); including completion of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) course, Asthma course, and Education for Chronic Disease Course; and
Current CPR level "C" or BLS HCP certificate; and
Minimum of 3 years' respiratory care experience within the past 5 years, in a variety of treatment settings such as hospital, emergency, and at least one year experience in community and/or outpatient care; and
Specific training and practice in pulmonary rehabilitation, asthma education, respiratory home care, home ventilation and sleep disorders; and
Knowledge of current technologies and treatments for acute and chronic respiratory conditions such as pneumonia, COPD and asthma; and
Experience in policy/procedural development and quality improvement initiatives; and
Current membership or eligible for membership in the B.C. Society of Respiratory Therapists; and
Valid BC driver's license.

Skills And Abilities

Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational and teaching skills
Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload
Ability to initiate and lead processes
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, caregivers, families, physicians, hospital and Community Health Services staff, and other community agencies
Decision making and problem solving skills
Ability to function effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to plan, organize, set priorities and follow through
Ability to use a computer
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Job Requirements:

https://jd.viha.ca/JD5112.pdf

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