Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Function Lab
About the role
About the Opportunity
Under the direction of the Health Services Manager, the Respiratory Therapist works in the Pulmonary Function Lab to perform applies their knowledge, skills and judgment in the provision of diagnostic breathing tests on patients to determine lung function These tests allow the physician to monitor the severity of impairment, disease progression, course of treatment and assess occupational suitability for professions requiring excellent cardio-pulmonary health. In addition, the Respiratory Therapist performs cardio-pulmonary stress tests and bronchial provocation testing. Other major responsibilities include teaching of Dalhousie University Respiratory Therapy students and other health care professionals, calibration and quality control of all equipment, and active participation in various research projects.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Successful completion of a Respiratory Therapy program from an accredited institution
- Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care Exams
- Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists
- Registration with Canadian Association of Cardio-Pulmonary Technologists (CACPT) preferred
- Previous spirometry experience required
- Previous care coordinator experience an asset
- Certified respiratory/asthma/COPD educator an asset
- Smoking cessation experience an asset
- Prior experience in time management, conflict resolution and information management an asset
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Casual Relief Positions
Compensation and Benefits
$36.69 - $47.15 Hourly
About Nova Scotia Health Authority
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.
We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.
Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.
Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning
Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations
Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Function Lab
About the role
About the Opportunity
Under the direction of the Health Services Manager, the Respiratory Therapist works in the Pulmonary Function Lab to perform applies their knowledge, skills and judgment in the provision of diagnostic breathing tests on patients to determine lung function These tests allow the physician to monitor the severity of impairment, disease progression, course of treatment and assess occupational suitability for professions requiring excellent cardio-pulmonary health. In addition, the Respiratory Therapist performs cardio-pulmonary stress tests and bronchial provocation testing. Other major responsibilities include teaching of Dalhousie University Respiratory Therapy students and other health care professionals, calibration and quality control of all equipment, and active participation in various research projects.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Successful completion of a Respiratory Therapy program from an accredited institution
- Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care Exams
- Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists
- Registration with Canadian Association of Cardio-Pulmonary Technologists (CACPT) preferred
- Previous spirometry experience required
- Previous care coordinator experience an asset
- Certified respiratory/asthma/COPD educator an asset
- Smoking cessation experience an asset
- Prior experience in time management, conflict resolution and information management an asset
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Casual Relief Positions
Compensation and Benefits
$36.69 - $47.15 Hourly
About Nova Scotia Health Authority
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.
We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.
Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.
Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning
Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations