Respiratory Therapist I
- Classification: Resp Therapist I
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Department: Respiratory Services Emergency
- Primary Location: Strathcona Community Hospital
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 26-APR-2021
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp Full Time
- Date Available: 06-MAY-2021
- Temporary End Date: 12-SEP-2021
- Hours per Shift: 11.08
- Length of Shift in weeks: 8
- Shifts per cycle: 28
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $36.81
- Maximum Salary: $47.30
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Active or eligible registration with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA).
Additional Required Qualifications:Graduation from a recognized school of Respiratory Therapy. Current BCLS-HCP certification required. Current general duty Respiratory Therapy knowledge and skills, as demonstrated in an acute care facility. Current Emergency Department Respiratory Therapy knowledge. Ability to use initiative, take responsibility, and self-organize in a team environment. Ability to work under pressure and handle competing priorities in a dynamic environment. Ability to work collaboratively on a multi-disciplinary patient care team, and interact positively with staff, physicians, patients and visitors. Proven ability to advocate effectively for patients. Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications:Successful completion of the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) certification preferred. One year Respiratory Therapy clinical experience post-graduation, in an acute care setting (preference will be given to those with Emergency experience).
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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