Respiratory Therapist-Respiratory Care Unit
Island Health - Vancouver Island Health Authority
Date: 3 hours ago
City: Victoria, BC
Contract type: Full time
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reports to the Assistant Clinical Coordinator. Administers respiratory therapy, collects diagnostic data and establishes case management for patients and clients. Provides clinical education as it relates to the acute and chronic disease management of Respiratory illnesses such as Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma and Cystic Fibrosis. Formulates and charts Respiratory Care plans according to established procedures to ensure safe and appropriate application of a variety of respiratory equipment and processes. Implements approved quality assurance policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience
Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) certification.
Graduation from an approved Respiratory Therapy program.
Eligible for registered membership in the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).
Completion of a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Educators Program or postgraduate coursework in asthma care (CAE Certified Asthma Educator) from a recognized educational facility, successful completion of courses in Adult Education, and Two (2) years recent related experience, including experience in adult instruction and/or working with students, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Skills And Abilities
https://jd.viha.ca/JD818.pdf
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reports to the Assistant Clinical Coordinator. Administers respiratory therapy, collects diagnostic data and establishes case management for patients and clients. Provides clinical education as it relates to the acute and chronic disease management of Respiratory illnesses such as Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma and Cystic Fibrosis. Formulates and charts Respiratory Care plans according to established procedures to ensure safe and appropriate application of a variety of respiratory equipment and processes. Implements approved quality assurance policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience
Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) certification.
Graduation from an approved Respiratory Therapy program.
Eligible for registered membership in the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).
Completion of a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Educators Program or postgraduate coursework in asthma care (CAE Certified Asthma Educator) from a recognized educational facility, successful completion of courses in Adult Education, and Two (2) years recent related experience, including experience in adult instruction and/or working with students, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to conduct quality assurance tests and related activities.
- Ability to organize workload and establish priorities.
- Demonstrated interest in advancing best practices in COPD.
- Ability to teach.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
https://jd.viha.ca/JD818.pdf
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