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Respiratory Therapy
Respiratory Therapy is a key player in the multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis, treatment, education, and promotion of well-being for patients with cardio-pulmonary and associated disorders. Patient care is provided by Registered Respiratory Therapists on a 24 hour, 7 day per week basis.
Some examples of our clinical role include:
• Patient assessment and follow-up
• Sophisticated physiological monitoring
• Ventilator and airway management
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
• Medical gas administration
• Home care treatment planning
 
 
 
 
 

Respiratory Therapists giving surfactant to a premature newborn

We are impressed with the talent, and ever increasing professional interaction between ourselves and other team members. All are involved in creating a truly integral patient care team. Clinical areas of coverage include:

1. Coronary Care Unit/Intensive Care Unit
2. Medical/Surgical Nursing Units
3. Intermediate care Nursery/Pediatrics
4. Emergency
5. Pulmonary Function Laboratory
6. Diagnostic Bronchoscopy
7. Technical Area
8. ALS Clinic
9. Hyperbaric Oxygen Unit
10. Asthma Care Adults and Children
Respiratory Therapist placing a patient on BIPAP
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Our Department


Inpatient Services
• We offer 24 hour Respiratory Therapy coverage for Emergency services, Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Intermediate Care Nursery, Cardiac Care Unit, Geriatric Unit and ICU.
Some examples of our clinical role include:
• Patient assessment and follow-up
• Sophisticated physiological monitoring
• Ventilator and airway management
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
• Medical gas administration
• Pulmonary diagnostics
• Home care treatment planning ...
to name a few.
Some examples of higher end functions include:
• Intubation
• Arterial line insertion
• Psychometric testing
• Assisting Bronchoscopies
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Interdisciplinary Programs


All staff have the opportunity to participate in our interdisciplinary programs. In addition to the existing programs our management is always supportive of ideas for new programs that have a community focus. Our existing programs include:

Asthma Education
Misericordia has both an adult and pediatric asthma clinic. Coordinated by respiratory therapists, the asthma clinic provides support, education, environmental trigger avoidance, self-management skills, pulmonary diagnostics and personalized action plans.
Asthma education
Hyperbaric Oxygen Program (HBO)
This is the only hospital based program in the province and it is staffed by Respiratory Therapists who have had additional training through a recognized Hyperbaric Program. The staff are responsible for the delivery, treatment and patient safety of this very unique therapy.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Program
Wound Care
Respiratory therapists trained in Hyperbaric medicine may be involved in the delivery of transcutaneous oxygen tests in a state-of-the-art wound care program in an interdisciplinary setting. Educational opportunities for training may be available.
Transcutaneous Oxygen Monitoring (TCOM)
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Looking for a unique employment opportunity?


What we offer you:
• A forward thinking working environment where innovations are encouraged and supported
• A multi-talented staff who are keen to share their knowledge and skills and to learn from one another
• Involvement in any of our several interdisciplinary programs
• Encouragement and support for your ideas and innovations
• Educational opportunities and support in an environment where we are driven to create and share knowledge
• Experience in a variety of Respiratory settings
• Competitive salary and benefits with a desirable and flexible schedule
• A centralized Respiratory Department with excellent leadership
• Unique programs including: Hyperbaric Oxygen, Asthma Education and ALS Clinic
• A working environment where your knowledge, expertise and critical thinking skills are valued.

What we expect from you:
• Graduate of an accredited program for Respiratory Therapy
• Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care examination
• Registration eligibility with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapy of Alberta (CARTA)
• Registered with the Canadian Society for Respiratory Therapists (CSRT)
• Enthusiasm and a desire for advancement
• Service driven and willing to break new ground

 
 

Misericordia Community Hospital
16940 - 87 Avenue Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
T5R 4H5


Contacts:
Sonya Wheeler, Senior Therapist: (780)735-2243
Cheryl Babiak, Senior Therapist: (780)735-2618
Grant Paulhus, Senior Therapist: (780)735-2707

For current job postings, see the Caritas Careers page or contact Cliff Seville, Manager (780)735-2704 or Don Kennedy, Support Specialist (780)735-2705.


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