Respiratory Therapist - Diploma

• RHA Job Number:
• GO-00757587-1
• Number of Vacancies:
• 1
• Profession:
• Respiratory Therapist
• Organization:
• Saskatchewan Health Authority
• Facility Name:
• VICTORIA HOSPITAL
• Department:
• VH RESP THERAPY
• Employment Type:
• Permanent
• Employment Term:
• Full Time
• Posting Date:
• April 23, 2024
• Closing Date:
• May 3, 2024 21:30
• Hours of Work:
• Shift Information: Days, Nights
  448.08 hours per 12 week rotation
  
• Rate of Pay:
• $38.647 to $47.144 (5 step range)
• Union:
• HSAS

The Respiratory Therapist is accountable for the operation of the respiratory service and provides effective, safe and accurate treatment of patients with respiratory and cardiac problems. The Respiratory Therapist reports to the Manager, Cinical Services ICU/PACU.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Diploma in Respiratory Therapy
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapist (C.S.R.T)

• Ability to accept responsibility when working with or on technical equipment which is life-supporting
• Ability to assist in teaching new techniques and procedures to staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills utilizing sensitivity and courtesy when dealing with patients, staff and physicians
• Must be self-motivated and confident in ability to work independently
• Must have a good working knowledge of equipment and procedures in Adult, Pediatrics and Neonatal areas

Shifts (days, evenings, nights) including actual hours, date of commencement and temporary end dates are for informational purpose only and may be subject to change. An external successful applicant must provide a satisfactory and valid Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector query, before an Offer of Employment can be made. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) requires a criminal record check (CRC) from every potential SHA team member. The CRC must be dated within the past six (6) months and be satisfactory to the SHA. A vulnerable sector check (VSC) is required for individuals providing patient/resident/client care to vulnerable persons. Internal candidates may be required to provide a CRC and/or VSC during the recruitment and selection process. We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. The SHA is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Metis people.
Expected Start Date: July 1, 2024
FTE®: 1.00