Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Coordinate patient care
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Evaluate patient care and progress
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Examine patients to assess general physical condition
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Implement an interdisciplinary plan of care
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Interpret medical test results
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Order medical diagnostic or clinical tests
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Participate in home care programs for chronic respiratory patients
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Perform Holter/loop event scanning to produce an interpreted report for the physician
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Perform diagnostic tests
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Plan patient care
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Train technicians, assistants, students or interns
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Operate and monitor respiratory equipment to administer treatments
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Advise patients on drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs
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Ensure infection control
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Operate, monitor, maintain, calibrate and test equipment
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Advise patients on health care
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Examine patients and take their medical histories and consult with physicians and other medical practitioners to evaluate patients' physical and mental health
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Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures
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Determine patients' blood characteristics
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Provide information and care for patients during tests
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Manage home care cases
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Suggest home care instructions and provide information about techniques
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Certificate of Registry from the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists - R.R.T.
Experience and specialization
Respiratory therapist specialization
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Critical care
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Respiratory home care
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
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Manual dexterity
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Attention to detail
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Physically demanding
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Standing for extended periods
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Repetitive tasks
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Dependability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Interpersonal awareness
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Reliability
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Client focus
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Initiative
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Organized
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Health care plan
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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On-site amenities
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On-site housing options
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Other benefits
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Transportation provided by employer
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.