Respiratory Therapist II

Are you motivated by improving best practices, a challenging work environment and providing excellent patient care? As the Critical Care Lead RT II for Respiratory Therapy in Red Deer Regional Hospital, you will be a clinical practitioner who provides leadership, clinical/technical and educational support and routine/preventative maintenance of ventilators, ABG lab and related equipment for the RDRHC Critical Care Department, and excellence in Respiratory care in the RDRHC Critical Care Unit. This position also works and provides leadership as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide patient care and assistance to the Critical Care Unit in RDRHC. You will also have the opportunity to mentor, teach and interact with residents, students, and new staff. The Respiratory Therapist II Critical Care Lead is responsible for diagnostic, therapeutic and educational respiratory health services to all patient areas within Red Deer Regional Critical Care Unit as prescribed by a physician or in accordance with approved treatment protocols or procedures.

As a Respiratory Therapist II, you will coordinate, monitor and assess clinical services in your assigned area. You will act as a clinical resource for daily operations, coordinating the work of therapy assessment and treatment in your service area, and assist in the development of clinical protocols. You will develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans and monitor the progress of patients (clients, residents) receiving advanced respiratory treatment. You will identify new equipment requirements, and establish and maintain adequate levels of supplies and materials for your area. You will be responsible for respiratory equipment, including but not limited to operation, procurement, maintenance, and quality assurance. You will participate in interprofessional patient, client or resident rounds, conferences and meetings where applicable.

Active or eligible registration with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA).

Graduation from a recognized school of Respiratory Therapy required. Current BCLS-HCP certification, NRP required. ACLS Preferred Demonstrated evidence based skill in mechanical ventilation. Demonstrated ability to work under finite timelines and handle competing priorities. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and foster partnerships. Demonstrated leadership and role modeling. Demonstrated clear and effective communication skill in critical situations, as well as in writing. Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist required. Minimum five years current Critical Care experience required. Post graduate education in critical care, preceptorship and leadership preferred. Experience with Meditech and Laboratory Specimen ordering is preferred. Experience in computer applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, e-Critical, Connect Care) is desired. An excellent attendance record, reliability and personal suitability must be demonstrated through your employment references. 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. Thank you for applying with the AHS!

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