Respiratory Therapy Assistant - Student

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority•Winnipeg, MB

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Program Manager, Subspecialty Critical Care, and the direction of the Registered Respiratory Therapist, while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of St. Boniface Hospital. The Respiratory Therapy Assistant - Student is responsible for assisting the Respiratory Therapist in a non-clinical fashion to provide respiratory care to patients at St. Boniface Hospital.

Requirements

Manitoba High School Diploma (or equivalent).
Currently enrolled as a 2nd or 3rd year student and in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Education program.
Basic computer and keyboarding skills required.
Proficiency in English comprehension, written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to interact effectively with professional staff at all levels as well as within a team.
Demonstrated leadership qualities.
Mature & professional.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and assume responsibility.
Ability to adapt readily to changing demands and situations.
Ability to lift heavy medical equipment (up to 45 lbs.).
Ability to push wheeled medical equipment.
May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, radiation, toxic materials, noise, and allergens.
A current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check.

Nice To Haves

Previous related experience working with Respiratory Therapy Equipment and/or in the general field of respiratory therapy preferred.
Preference will be given to students of the Max Rady Faculty of Health Science: Respiratory Therapy Program students.