Respiratory Therapist
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 2 weeks ago
Ladysmith, Canada
Island Health
Full time
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.
- 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
