Respiratory Therapist (Selkirk)

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Team Manager, Outpatient Centre (or designate), the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing therapeutic, diagnostic, technical and teaching respiratory therapy services consistent with discipline and skilled standards. The Respiratory Therapist receives referrals for inpatients and outpatients and proceeds with assessments and recommendations for therapy. The Respiratory Therapist also receives referrals for the home oxygen program, and tests and assesses patients as indicated. The Respiratory Therapist works closely with acute care medical and nursing staff to provide professional respiratory services to patients in the facility. The incumbent will advise the facility/program administration on matters pertaining to respiratory therapy. The position of Respiratory Therapist functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Interlake- Eastern Regional Health A...