NSCRT Deputy Registrar

Job Description

The Deputy Registrar:

• Administers all duties ethically and in manner that is transparent, objective, impartial and fair.
• Performs specific operational and regulatory functions as delegated by the Registrar.
• Performs all operational and regulatory functions in the absence of the Registrar.
• Communicates potential opportunities and impediments regarding delegated NSCRT activities to the Registrar.
• Is an ex officio member of the BoD.

The Deputy Registrar will support all activities required to meet the mandate of the College to serve and protect the public interest, with a primary focus on registration and professional practice. 

Responsibilities

•  Assist the Registrar in matters dealing with registration and quality assurance including, but not limited to, processing initial applications and annual license renewal.
•  Provide administrative support and guidance to the Professional Practice Committee in consultation with and/or as delegated by the Registrar
•  Serving as a consultant in professional practice inquiries;
•  Liaise with other professions for matters related to professional practice
•  Liaise with respiratory therapy managers and team leads, in both private and public sectors, to promote consistency in practice throughout the province
•  Provide administrative support and guidance to NSCRT Credentials Committee in consultation with and/or as delegated by the Registrar
•  Review of annual professional portfolio audits
•  Assist the committee in developing bridging plans related to international applicants or return to practice applicants
•  Monitor and maintain the NSCRT webpage (update forms, review links, etc.)
•  Distribution of information to the membership.
•  Assist the Registrar in preparation of materials and resources for Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting and take meeting minutes.
•  In the absence of the Registrar, acts as a liaison to external contracted financial agencies such as banking institutions, payroll agency, booking agency, audit agency, insurance company, and any other required financial agency
•  In the consultation with or in the absence of the Registrar, remit payment of outstanding invoices
•  Upon request of the Registrar, represent the NSCRT and the Registrar with provincial government staff, external agencies and organizations, and on external committees

Requirements and Qualifications

•  Active practice member in good standing (or eligible for licensure) with the NSCRT with a minimum of 2 years of experience in the profession.
•  Analytical/Systemic Thinking: Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills. Takes a logical approach to planning and problem-solving and establishes priorities; analyzes issues and problems systematically and thoroughly;
•  Focuses on critical details while keeping the primary goal in mind.
•  Collaborative: Ability to work productively as a member of the team to achieve common objectives; capable of taking direction
•  Respects and values the contribution of others in working to achieve the mission and goals of the NSCRT; resourceful in developing networks.
•  Communication: Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
•  Computer Literate: Computer literacy required, including basic competence in the use of MS Office applications (Word, Power Point, Outlook), and a willingness to learn website management tools and use of a member registration database.
•  Flexible: Open-minded and flexible when presented with changes; copes effectively with pressure and adversity.
•  Independence and Decision Making: Ability to work independently and show strong initiative; ability to identify, initiate, and complete projects and assignments with minimal supervision.
•  Regulatory Knowledge: General understanding and/or willing to learn the NSCRT’s regulatory responsibilities under the Respiratory Therapists Act and Regulations, and other relevant legislation

Physical Demands

About Us

The Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists (NSCRT) regulates the practice of Respiratory Therapy by setting the standards for the profession and ensuring compliance with provincial acts and related laws. The NSCRT is established by statutory authority through the Respiratory Therapists Act of Nova Scotia.  The College is a not-for-profit organization, governed by the Board of Directors who is comprised of NSCRT members and public representatives.  Their role is to serve and protect the public interest. Detailed information about the NSCRT can be found within its legislation and on the NSCRT website at www.nscrt.com.

Guiding Light

Protecting the public by ensuring Respiratory Therapy Best Practice

Values

• Ø We govern with an equitable and inclusive lens
• Ø We lead with adaptability and innovation
• Ø We regulate with transparency and fairness
• Ø We engage in collaborative relationships

Focus Areas

• Ø Optimized stakeholder communication
• Ø Comprehensive and inclusive governance

 

The NSCRT is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. The NSCRT strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including those from marginalized and underrepresented groups.  We welcome candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We respect and value all people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and seeking to provide a positive workplace for all. 

We are committed to:

1. Promoting an inclusive work environment through education
2. Listening, learning, and reflecting on how white privilege and systemic racism contribute to injustice and inequality in NS.
3. Speaking up against racism and discrimination in all its forms and acting to change those within the profession.
4. The acknowledgement of Indigenous lands both as an expression of gratitude and to honour the Indigenous people who have lived and worked on this land historically and presently.
5. Valuing Indigenous ways of knowing along with Western ways of knowing in supporting a Two-Eyed Seeing approach to healthcare.
6. Dedicating time in our Board meetings and education events to discuss our approach to inclusivity, including implementation of a land acknowledgement
7. Engaging in meaningful conversations with friends, colleagues, stakeholders, and community leaders.

Hours Of Work

• Part-time, 32 hours biweekly (FTE 0.4), Mon-Fri (Daily hours required will vary depending on ongoing work).

Salary

$45/hour, paid on the 15th and 31st of each month

Closing Date

Thursday, 01 August 2024

How To Apply

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.  The cover letter should include a description of how education/experience meet the job requirements outlined in this position description.

This position will remain open until filled.  Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  Please forward your cover letter and resume to:

registrar@nscrt.com

or

Nova Scotia College of Respiratory Therapists

C/O Tara Boudreau, Registrar

1959 Upper Water Street, Suite 1301
Halifax, Nova Scotia

B3J 3N2