The Snore Shop Atlantic Inc. is part of Canada's largest independently owned obstructive sleep apnea treatment groups, that delivers a patient-centric health care experience through our clinic operations across the Maritimes. We have patients, not customers; clinics, not stores; and an unwavering commitment to improve the lives of everyone who allows us the privilege of participating in their health care. Built on a model of continuing care, we believe that if we do right by a patient, we will create a lifetime relationship. If you aspire to change the lives of those we serve, then we may have a wonderful opportunity for you.

We are currently seeking a CPAP Clinician to join our team in Kentville, NS for a 32-hour work week.

In consultation with Physicians, the Clinician develops and implements treatment plans for patients suffering from snoring and sleep apnea which includes patient education and ongoing assessment and evaluation of patient progress to ensure optimal patient care.

Key Accountabilities

• Evaluates patients' needs by reviewing data reports and determining respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians
• Conducts appointments and set-up of all necessary respiratory care equipment
• Performs ongoing respiratory care to help screen, assess and treat patients with respiratory sleep issues
• Establishes and provides new, on-going, and up-to-date servicing of respiratory sleep equipment
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for our patients and family by educating, training, and assessing their needs in a professional and compassionate manner
• Assists patients in accomplishing their treatment plan by recommending adjustments and modifications
• Identifies any discrepancies with respiratory therapy/treatment and brings them to the attention of the physician
• Maintains quality service by following the organization standards, policies and procedures and documenting patient complaints around quality of non-conforming products
• Ensures operation of all respiratory care equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements
• Contributes to growth of Respiratory Care by liaising with medical professionals and providing demonstrations of products/services to prospective patients
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by participating in professional societies and assisting in peer development through training programs
• Seeks to continuously improve the operation of the clinic by evaluating processes and workflow and participating in other continuous improvement activities
• Prepares the appropriate funding documents and maintains knowledge of funding systems and ensures patients and their family members have a thorough understanding of the funding process
• Any other reasonable duties requested by the Company

Qualifications

• Must have RRT, RN, or LPN designation
  
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills; must be an effective team player
• Ability to prioritize, problem solve and work under patient caseload time limitations
• Previous CPAP sales experience is considered an asset
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, videoconferencing)
• Experience with virtual care an asset; must be willing to integrate virtual care into practice

Dedicated to representing the communities in which we live and work, we embrace diversity throughout our organization and encourage members of equity groups to self identify during the application process. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.