Job Description: Registered Respiratory Therapist - New Minas

Company: Respiratory Therapy Specialists Inc
Location: New Minas, Nova Scotia
Job Category: Healthcare
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: $ - Salary

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Registered Respiratory Therapist - New Minas

Engaged people for sustainable performance

RTS is seeking exceptional talent to join in our commitment to making RTS an even better place to work.  If you are looking for somewhere you can assist in driving positive change and would like to help move RTS one step closer to being an employer of choice – look no further.  We have Competitive Spirit and We Play to Win.  Opportunities for growth and recognition are available at all levels for those people who are engaged and committed to accelerating positive results.

Here is what you will be doing:

The Temporary Registered Respiratory Therapist will be educating and providing quality healthcare services to our clients by initiating CPAP & Oxygen therapy, performing assessments, educating clients in the use and knowledge of equipment, and conducting follow-up service.

  • Conducting full respiratory assessments
  • Assessing and evaluating patient test results
  • Delivering of equipment and supplies  
  • Determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians and care teams
  • Identifying discrepancies with respiratory therapy treatments and conveying them to the care team  
  • Ensuring the completion of all documentation and form to initiate therapy
  • Providing proper fitting of facial interface for long term CPAP or BILEVEL treatment  
  • Providing follow-up to Clients to evaluate effects of treatment plan
  • Preparing funding documents and facilitating payment
  • Demonstrating and educating patients on usage of products and services
  • Contributing to the growth of VitalAire by liaising with medical professionals

Here’s what you will need:

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist and/or Registered Nurse
  • Licensed to practice with the provincial governing body
  • Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
  • Clear driver’s abstract and vulnerable sector check
  • Ability to participate in a rotational after-hours on call schedule

 

NOTE: All employment is conditional upon the completing and obtaining a satisfactory background check, including educational, employment, references and other relevant verifications depending on the position. This position is open to applicants legally authorized to work in Canada.

RTS Inc. provides equal opportunities for all applicants and is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.