Respiratory Therapist

4 weeks ago


Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

As a Respiratory Therapist with Nova Scotia Health Authority, you will play a vital role in the initiation and management of mechanical ventilation and advanced airway management. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to achieve physician goals for patients' cardiorespiratory status. Your responsibilities will include delivering and managing the administration of oxygen and other compressed gases, aerosolized medications, and high humidity therapies. You will also perform and interpret related pulmonary diagnostic testing.

About You

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Respiratory Therapist who possesses the following qualifications:

  • Graduate of a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy
  • Must hold/maintain registration with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists
  • Must hold/maintain certification in CPR at NRP and ACLS levels
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Effective planning, organizing, and supervising abilities
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Must be adaptable and flexible to adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facility
  • 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
  • Casual Relief position
Compensation and Incentives

$32.43 - $40.66 Hourly


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