Respiratory Therapist - Hyperbaric Chamber

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health • Halifax, NS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager, the Respiratory Therapist applies their knowledge, skills and judgment in the provision of diagnostic, assessment and therapeutic modalities to assist in the management of cardiorespiratory and related disorders in collaboration with the physician and other health care professionals. The Respiratory Therapist also participates in education of patients, families and other health care providers.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a Respiratory Therapy program from an accredited institution.
• Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care Exams.
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists.
• One-year Respiratory Therapy experience.
• Current certification in BCLS and ACLS.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provision of diagnostic, assessment and therapeutic modalities to assist in the management of cardiorespiratory and related disorders.
• Collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals.
• Education of patients, families, and other health care providers.

Benefits

• Healthcare bargaining unit position
• Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.
• Commitment to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.
• Encouragement for self-identification for Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ applicants.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree