Respiratory Technician Assistant Respiratory Therapy (Job ID: 7891)
DUTIES:
- Stocks and replaces cylinders on patient wards, critical care areas and the operating rooms
- Cleans, processes, assembles and tests reusable respiratory equipment
- Organizes a system of inventory control to maintain adequate quantities of required supplies
- Performs minor repairs of respiratory related equipment
- Prepares and tests anaesthetic gas machines and anaesthesia related equipment
- Handles storage of medical and specialty gases
- Prepares and tests critical care ventilators
- Assists with related departmental projects and initiatives
- Ensures safety standards and regulations are maintained
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current enrolment in a Respiratory Therapy Program required
- Related experience in Respiratory Therapy would be an asset
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand basic medical terminology, concepts of sterility and aseptic technique
- Ability to understand and problem solve issues related to respiratory equipment and their safe usage
- Experience with respiratory equipment, mechanical ventilators, medical and specialty gases (This position also involves exposure to various gases and soiled equipment)
- Demonstrated excellent customer-focused approach to patients and staff
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member
- Must be physically able to perform duties requiring heavy exertion (lifting, pushing and pulling)
- Previous related experience an asset
- Basic Life Support certification is an asset
- Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the mission and values of St. Joseph Health Centre
- Demonstrated excellent attendance record