Respiratory Therapist
Company
Saskatchewan Health Authority
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
Location
Saskatchewan
Duties
Respiratory therapists evaluate, treat and manage patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders in a wide variety of clinical settings. Respiratory therapists must demonstrate behaviour and ethics that are consistent with the standards and ethics of all health care professionals. In addition to performing respiratory therapy procedures, Respiratory Therapists are involved in clinical decision making (such as patient evaluation, treatment selection and assessment of treatment efficacy) and patient education. Respiratory Therapists report directly to the Director of Respiratory Services.
Requirements
Education:
• Respiratory Therapy diploma (RT)
Licenses:
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Certificate (BLS-HCP)
Other Education and Training:
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Other Information:
• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
• Registered/eligible with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapist (CSRT)
Salary
$38.647 to $47.144
Comments
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is currently offering hiring incentives up to $30,000 plus relocation assistance of $3,000 may be available.
Contact
Name
Human Resources
careers@saskhealthauthority.ca
Other Email
careers@saskhealthauthority.ca
Display Date
2025-03-20
Expiry Date
Until Filled