Overview
Languages
Bilingual
Education
Experience
1 to less than 7 months
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
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Medical clinic
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Hospital/medical facility or clinic
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Public or community health centre
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Perform diagnostic tests
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Operate and monitor respiratory equipment to administer treatments
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Monitor vital signs during cardiopulmonary surgery
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Perform artificial respiration and external cardiac massage
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Operate, monitor, maintain, calibrate and test equipment
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Participate in research related to cardiac and pulmonary disorders
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Assist with the preparation of cardiac catheterization room, prepare specialized catheters and assist cardiologists during catheterization
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Monitor patients and advise physician of any changes in patients' condition
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Perform cardiac and cardiopulmonary stress tests
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Prepare medications and administer inhaler and other treatments under supervision of cardiologist
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Program and monitor an implanted devices during surgery
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Provide information and care for patients during tests
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Assist with transport of high-risk patients
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Certificate of Registry from the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists - R.R.T.
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Sleep medicine training
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Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certificate
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Registration with the Canadian Association of Cardio-Pulmonary Technologists (CACPT)
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Neonatal Resuscitation Programs (NRP) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Respiratory therapist specialization
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Anesthesia
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Critical care
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Pediatrics
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Cardiopulmonary diagnostics
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Pulmonary function
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Sleep disorders
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Respiratory home care
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Child Abuse Registry check
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Eligible for professional liability insurance
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Adult Abuse Registry check
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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Hand-eye co-ordination
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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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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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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Judgement
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Reliability
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Team player
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Client focus
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Organized
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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As per collective agreement
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Life insurance
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Pension plan
Long term benefits
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.