Job Description

Location:
Respiratory Therapy
Upper River Valley Hospital ~ Upper River Valley ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
Language requirement:
English Essential
Schedule:
Statutory Holidays, may include 8 hour and 12 hour shifts, Subject to change due to operational requirements
Job Classification:
Respiratory Therapist - 2 (RT02)
Job Classification Type:
MSP
JOB PURPOSE
The Respiratory Therapist 2 is responsible for providing respiratory services through the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of lung disorders.
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.

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 Horizons
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

The successful candidate awarded this position could be eligible for a 10K recruitment incentive which comes with a return of service commitment to HHN.
Interested? Apply Today?
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizons Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizons recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizons hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
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.