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Job Summary
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Job Summary:
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Respiratory Therapist provides routine and intensive cardio-respiratory care to patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, clinical pathways and professional standards.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience
•Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy and successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care examination. •Current and continuing registration with British Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT) and the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT). •Current Basic Life Support certification. •Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification.
Skills and Abilities
•Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. •Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines and function efficiently despite interruptions and workload fluctuations. •Ability to collaborate effectively with all team members. •Critical thinking skills. •Knowledge of and ability to operate all pertinent respiratory related equipment. •Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
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