RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Northern Health - BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health - BC is seeking a passionate Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their Respiratory Services department at the University Hospital of Northern BC. The role includes providing respiratory care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and continuing professional development. Enjoy competitive benefits, including moving expense support and a strong community environment in beautiful Prince George.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Four weeks vacation after one year of service

Moving expenses support for eligible positions

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist with the CSRT.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing respiratory care for clients with various illnesses.
• Consult and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Maintain and advance clinical competence.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Competence

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position.

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Respiratory Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Respiratory Services department.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the Respiratory Therapist practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as outlined by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) as well as within a client and family centered care model. Performs ongoing respiratory care in a multi-disciplinary setting to clients with a variety of illnesses/diseases including, but not limited to, acute and/or chronic cardio-respiratory illnesses or pathologies by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the client/family. Consults, confers and collaborates with other healthcare professionals. Demonstrates continuous improvement and best practice approach in respiratory practice. Maintains and advances own clinical competence. Participates on committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights - 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00, Rotating

University Hospital Of Northern BC (UHNBC) is the largest acute care facility within the Northern Health Region and a hub for specialized health services. It’s also a teaching hospital.

• Provides undergraduate physician training through the Northern Medical Program, run by the University of British Columbia and University of Northern British Columbia.
• Hosts residents in UBC’s Family Practice Residency Program.
• Is a key clinical education site for nursing and many health sciences students at UNBC, the College of New Caledonia, BCIT and other institutions.

UHNBC has benefited from nearly $100 million in expansions, renovations and new equipment since 2001:

• Patient care addition with an expanded emergency room and updated ICU.
• State-of-the-art maternal-child care centre (including a single room neonatal ICU).
• Facilities to accommodate undergraduate physician training.
• MRI unit.

UHNBC is also home to a cancer centre for Northern BC, featuring a wide range of cancer treatments including radiation therapy.

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly, and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession).
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples May Include

• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

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