Respiratory Therapist/COPD Educator - Respiratory Therapy

​Req ID: 195067
Location: Central Zone, Cobequid Community Health Centre  
Department: OPCZ Cobequid Emerg Resp Therapy
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 30-Jan-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

Recruitment Incentives

Successful candidates may be eligible for a $10,000 signing bonus and up to $5,000 of relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract.

About the Opportunity

Under the direction of the Manager, the Respiratory Therapist applies their knowledge, skills and judgment in the provision of diagnostic, assessment and therapeutic modalities to assist in the management of cardiorespiratory and related disorders in collaboration with the physician and other health care professionals. The respiratory therapist also participates in education of patients, families and other health care providers. The respiratory therapist will be the primary individual for the Pulmonary Rehab program. This position is focused on pulmonary function testing but also is responsible for education sessions with patients & families regarding Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) & asthma referrals. The successful candidate will be expected to be competent in pulmonary function testing including spirometry, lung volumes and diffusion capacity testing and must have a working knowledge of current ATS standards.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Respiratory Therapy and currently licensed with the Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists required
• A minimum of two years' experience in Respiratory Therapy is required
• Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care Exams required
• Current certification in BCLS is required
• Proof of completion of an approved COPD Educators program (CRE) or equivalent; or willingness to complete after hiring
• Clinical experience in the relevant practice area preferred (i.e., Respiratory clinic, community-based care, chronic disease management, asthma/COPD education
• Experience conducting spirometry and/or pulmonary function testing preferred
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, videoconferencing)
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$31.31 - $42.92 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

​This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.