Job Description

Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centre is currently seeking a...

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

or Regulated Health Professional with Certified Respiratory Educator (CRE)

$71,926.40 - $87,451 Annual Salary

Temporary Full-Time - Start ASAP until September 2026

Please note the posted pay band posted is in recognition of being active a Registered Respiratory Therapist; pay bands for other regulated health professional credentials will be disclosed per candidate's credentials.

There is only one vacancy for this position.

This role is responsible for

assessing and delivering clinical services to community-based lung health clients and providing training and support to community-based health care providers for the delivery of best practices and standardized tools and pathways related to COPD and other chronic lung illnesses.

The RRT/CRE works with the Hastings Prince Edward (HPE) Ontario Health Team (OHT) Lung Health Program - a community-based multi-partner initiative aimed to promote best practices and clinical pathways related to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and self-management of individuals with COPD, asthma, and other chronic lung disease living in the HPE region.

Responsibilities Include:

Clinical assessments, spirometry testing, and education/counselling in multiple primary care organizations; Consults with, educates and makes treatment and therapeutic recommendations to primary care providers and other primary care staff, in accordance with best practice guidelines; Supporting the growth and use of pulmonary rehab, peer support education, and client self-management action plans; and Working collaboratively with the Lung Health Action Team, community members, network partners, specialists, and potential partners.

Benefits and Opportunities:

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) - optional Day shifts, weekdays Values driven decision making Employee Assistance Program In lieu vacation and benefits

Qualifications:

Registered Respiratory Therapist, Certified Respiratory Educator designation preferred;

or

Regulated Health Professional with Certified Respiratory Educator

Recent clinical RRT/RHP CRE experience Experience with multidisciplinary teams Spirometry testing competency Valid driver's licence, reliable and insured vehicle, willingness to travel within HPE Proficient computer skills in MS Office applications Excellent communication and time management Knowledge of related local community partners and resources is preferred Experience in a community setting Experience with electronic medical records
To apply for this opportunity please forward your resume and cover letter electronically to hr@bqwchc.com.

Within the subject line of your email, please indicate the position title for which you are applying.

This posting will remain open until filled.

BQWCHC is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please call 613-962-0000 x 163 or email . For more information visit our website at www.bqwchc.com.

We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $71,926.40-$87,451.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee assistance program
Work Location: In person