Respiratory Therapist

Fraser Health; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Relief Full Time Respiratory Therapist at a leading healthcare provider in Abbotsford. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care in a supportive environment. You will engage in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and participate in quality improvement initiatives. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values the contributions of every team member. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health benefits and generous vacation time, while making a meaningful impact in healthcare every day.

Benefits

Four weeks of vacation

Comprehensive health benefits

Pension plan

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and completed credentialing exam.
• Current CPR certification and NRP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic assessments related to respiratory therapy.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and provide in-service education.

Skills

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Ability to Operate Equipment

Interpersonal Skills

Physical Ability

Education

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Canadian Board of Respiratory Care credentialing exam

Current CPR Level C

Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $37.89 - $47.31 / hour.
Job Summary

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Relief Full Time – Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre located in Abbotsford, B.C.. This position is available until May 13, 2026 or Return of Incumbent. We hire great people for outstanding jobs and need your help to expand the ability to deliver prompt and professional service.

Come work with us!

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

Fraser Health values diversity in the workforce and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.

Detailed Overview

Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to respiratory therapy: assists with in-service education and provides input into program development.

Responsibilities

1. Performs diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, interventions and follow-ups as related to respiratory therapy such as assisting with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and providing support initiating/maintaining mechanical ventilation support of adults, children and infants, providing airway management, patient evaluation, and daily care of patients as prescribed.
2. Maintains documentation by ensuring reports, records and workload statistics are complete and accurate according to established departmental standards.
3. Participates in the interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care goals, therapeutic/diagnostic strategies and program related issues.
4. Monitors and performs required maintenance, cleaning, calibration, evaluation and quality control of respiratory and related equipment: reports supply needs as required; maintains relevant logs/reports.
5. Participates in quality improvement activities such as the development, implementation and evaluation of written procedures and standards, development of assessment forms and patient materials, and program descriptions as required.
6. Provides in-service education as required.
7. Participates in meetings and departmental committees and contributes to problem identification and resolution.
8. Participates in Respiratory Therapy student education and various in-services for staff and the community as required.
9. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care credentialing exam. Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) and British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Level C. Possession of and maintained Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

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