Respiratory Therapist: Growth, Benefits & 4 Weeks Vacation

Fraser Health Authority; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation in first year

Comprehensive health benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Fraser Health Authority in British Columbia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care and advanced respiratory support in an acute care environment.

The role involves diagnostic testing, equipment management, and collaboration with medical staff. Applicants should have an accredited respiratory therapy program, CBRC credentialing, CPR Level C, NRP, and eligibility for CSRT/BCSRT.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care (CBRC) credentialing exam.
• One year's recent, related work in an acute care setting.
• Current CPR Level C and NRP certification.
• Eligible for CSRT and BCSRT membership.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic assessments and follow-ups related to respiratory therapy, including airway management and ventilation support.
• Sets up, calibrates, monitors, and maintains ventilators and respiratory equipment.
• Monitors respiratory parameters and documents results in the medical record.
• Provides data and treatment information for interpretation by medical staff.
• Performs arterial punctures or samples for ABG analysis as directed.
• Administers therapeutic treatments (aerosol, humidity, medical gas) as ordered.
• Performs pulmonary function testing (spirometry and related tests).
• Participates in in-service education programs on respiratory equipment.
• Orientates new staff and therapists to hospital practices and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Pulmonary Function

Communication

Teaching

Organization

Equipment operation

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Ventilators

Respiratory Monitors

ABG equipment

Job description

Fraser Health Authority in British Columbia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care and advanced respiratory support in an acute care environment.

The role involves diagnostic testing, equipment management, and collaboration with medical staff. Applicants should have an accredited respiratory therapy program, CBRC credentialing, CPR Level C, NRP, and eligibility for CSRT/BCSRT.