Graduate Respiratory Therapist 2023-2024
Company
Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
Location
Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Duties
Respiratory Therapists have the responsibility for the initiation and management of mechanical ventilation (life support) and also act as an expert of advanced airway management in all areas of the institution. They deliver and manage the administration of oxygen and other compressed gasses, aerosolized medications and high humidity therapies. They also perform and interpret related pulmonary diagnostic testing. Respiratory Therapists act as part of the multidisciplinary health care team to help achieve physician goals for patients' cardiorespiratory status, and assess, plan, deliver and evaluate the effectiveness of respiratory care and airway management for patients.
There may be other Respiratory Therapy duties such as patient or staff education sessions.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and incentives
- Enrollment in the Provincial Pension Plan
- Variety of available shifts
- Continuous Clinical Education & Support
- Opportunity for advancement within the organization
Hours & Locations
- Various permanent, assignments (temporary), and casual relief (no guarantee of hours), opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia.
- Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- You will be asked to specify your work hours and location preferences in the screening questions that follow once you click 'Apply now'.
Compensation and Incentives
- $29.51 - $41.26 Hourly
- Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. (Permanent and Long Assignments only)
- Successful candidates may also be eligible for a signing bonus and relocation assistance for a return of service commitment.
Requirements
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Upcoming Graduate OR Graduate of a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy
Must currently hold/maintain registration or eligible for with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Must be adaptable and flexible to adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facility
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.
Salary
$29.51 - $41.26 Hourly
Comments
Please visit https://jobs.nshealth.ca/job-invite/166641/ to review full posting and to submit your application. If you have any questions or would like more information on our opportunities, please contact us! recruitment.services-nsha@nshealth.ca
Contact
Name
Risa Takada
Title
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Job Posting Link
Display Date
2024-05-16
Expiry Date
2024-09-03
