Respiratory Therapist I

Red Deer, AB, Canada

Job Description


Your Opportunity:The Respiratory Therapist I is responsible for diagnostic, therapeutic and educational respiratory health services to all patient areas within Red Deer Regional Hospital as prescribed by a physician or in accordance with approved treatment protocols or procedures.Description:As a Respiratory Therapist I, you will assess patients (clients, resident), develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans and monitor their progress. You will be responsible for various diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and interventions. You will collaborate with various clinical teams and groups to enhance clinical outcomes. You will provide training and assist health care providers in the use and care of respiratory equipment as well as educate patients and their families regarding diseases, medications, equipment and treatments.

  • Classification: Resp Therapist I
  • Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
  • Unit and Program: Respiratory
  • Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
  • FTE: 0.00
  • Posting End Date: 06-MAY-2024
  • Employee Class: Casual/Relief
  • Date Available: 16-MAY-2024
  • Hours per Shift: 11.25
  • Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
  • Shifts per cycle: Varies
  • Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
  • Days Off: Other
  • Minimum Salary: $38.39
  • Maximum Salary: $49.34
  • Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:Active or eligible registration with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA). Additional Required Qualifications:Graduation from a recognized school of Respiratory Therapy required. Registered Respiratory Therapist in good standing with CARTA is required. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) and NRP required. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and handle competing priorities. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and foster partnerships. Minimum one-year acute care experience in ICU, ED, NICU, wards. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing. Please submit one application for each position desired as copies of applications will not be submitted for multiple postings on your behalf. Applications must include skills and ability for the position, since selection is based on information provided in the application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Preferred Qualifications:ACLS preferred. Experience in computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is desired. Experience with Laboratory Specimen ordering is preferred.Please note:All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.Security Screening:A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.Healthy Albertans. Healthy
Communities. Together.We\'re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it\'s about putting patients\' and families\' experiences, priorities and trust first.We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Alberta Health Services

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  • Job Id
    JD2294144
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Red Deer, AB, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned