Job Description

Horizon Health Network is an equal opportunity employer.

COMPETITION #: 2023-68961a External

BARGAINING UNIT: Medical Science Professionals

ZONE: Upper River Valley

DEPARTMENT: Respiratory Therapy

FACILITY: Upper River Valley Hospital

POSTING TYPE: Permanent Part Time

JOB TITLE: RT02

CLASSIFICATION: Respiratory Therapist 2 (RT02)

LANGUAGE: English Essential

HOURS OF WORK: Rotating Days, Evenings, Nights, Standby and Call Back (HDP), FTE: 0.5, Subject to change due to operational requirements

SALARY: $31.81 to $39.75 per hour

JOB PURPOSE:

The Respiratory Therapist 2 is responsible for providing respiratory services through the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of lung disorders. Position is shared between URVH and HDP.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of an accredited training course for Respiratory Therapists.
• Licensed, or be eligible to be licensed, with the New Brunswick Association of Respiratory Therapists.
• Must have mandatory certifications in ACLS and NRP.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Respiratory Therapist 2 is responsible for:

• Testing and measuring pulmonary function
• Assessing, monitoring and administering respiratory therapies
• Assisting and supporting airway management and resuscitation
• Maintaining clinical records and documentation
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning
• Preparing and presenting information and education
• Inspecting, maintaining, preparing and troubleshooting equipment
• Providing mentoring and support for students and other health care professionals

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon\xe2\x80\x99s Terms of Employment:

COMPETENCIES:

Competencies identified by Horizon Health Network:

• Attention to Detail
• Analytical Thinking
• Interpersonal Relations
• Mentoring
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Applications for this position must be submitted on-line by June 14, 2023.

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

NOTE: There will be no further postings for this position should there be no fully qualified applicants. If you wish to be considered for this position and have most of the qualifications as posted and the registration or licensure where required, you are encouraged to apply at this time.

Should testing be required to demonstrate language proficiency, the official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon hiring purposes.

Please quote Competition # 2023-68961a -External. Horizon Health Network appreciates expressed interest, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Human Resources Department, Horizon Health Network.

Horizon Health Network