Respiratory Therapist

3 weeks ago


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

We are seeking a highly skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health Authority. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for the initiation and management of mechanical ventilation and advanced airway management in all areas of the institution.

You will deliver and manage the administration of oxygen and other compressed gases, aerosolized medications, and high humidity therapies. You will also perform and interpret related pulmonary diagnostic testing.

As a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will help achieve physician goals for patients' cardiorespiratory status and assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory care and airway management for patients.

About You

We are looking for a candidate with a graduate degree from a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy and registration with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists. You must also hold certification in CPR at NRP and ACLS levels.

You should be able to travel to other sites as required and have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You should also have effective planning, organizing, and supervising abilities, as well as excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Competencies in other languages are an asset, with French being preferred.

Hours

This is a Casual Relief position.

Compensation and Incentives

The hourly rate for this position is $32.43 - $40.66.


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