Respiratory Therapist/RN - Gander, Canada - VitalAire Canada Inc

Description

_*Changing care. With you.*_

At VitalAire we believe in patient-centered care and innovation. We're on a mission to help transform healthcare for the better. From advancement and digitization of our tools, products, and systems, to forging meaningful relationships with our patients. VitalAire is Canada's leading provider of sleep apnea tests, treatments and home oxygen services.

*Here is what you will do : VitalAire is currently recruiting a part time highly energetic and motivated Respiratory Therapist/RN in the Gander, NL area. The RT/RN provides all respiratory services with a focus on providing , clinical and ventilatory support to the client while collaborating with referring physicians and ensuring patient safety.

• Provides quality care by conducting a full respiratory assessment; diagnostics as applicable; assessing and evaluating test results; delivering of equipment and supplies as required; developing respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with the client, physicians and care teams as per prescription and established company best practices.
• Provides appropriate follow-up to clients to evaluate effects of treatment plan, comfort of client when using treatment and addresses compliance with therapy.
• Assess clients home environment for safety, identifies and addresses areas of concern, and performs equipment quality control checks on a recurring basis.
• Contributes to the growth of Air Liquide Healthcare by liaising with healthcare professionals; providing information/literature to prospective clients; providing demonstration/education of products and services to prospective clients.
• Maintains continuing education and knowledge of clinical best practices.
• Responsible for complying and maintaining knowledge of all funding processes and systems.
• When required participates in sleep duties including initiating PAP therapy when prescribed

*Here is what you will need

• Registered Respiratory Therapist / Registered Nurse
• Licensed to practice with the provincial governing body
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Strong cardio-respiratory assessment skills
• Valid driver's license + Clear vulnerable persons check
• Previous experience in healthcare field an asset
• Working knowledge of Microsoft, Google applications and Android

*Additional Information*_Air Liquide Healthcare provides equal opportunities for all applicants and is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted._

_Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualification and other job-related reasons.

This job grade falls within a salary band starting at the minimum of $53,000 with opportunity for advancement._


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
From $53,000.00 per year


Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location:
In person