Respiratory Therapist - Langley Memorial Hospital

Fraser Health; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Respiratory Therapist. The role involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, educating patients and families, and working within a dedicated team to enhance patient care at Langley Memorial Hospital. Suitable candidates must have an accredited Respiratory Therapy education, relevant certifications, and a commitment to quality patient service. Join us to make a difference in the health of our community.

Qualifications

• Recent experience of at least two years in Respiratory Therapy.
• Eligibility for membership with Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists.
• Current certifications in CPR Level C and NRP.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic assessments in Respiratory Therapy.
• Educate patients, families, and staff.
• Execute outpatient procedures like bronchoscopies.

Skills

Effective communication skills

In-service education delivery

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Physical ability for duties

Education

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Canadian Board of Respiratory Care credentialing exam

CPR Level C certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Job description

Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $37.89 - $47.31 / hour

Job Summary

Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. Our team of 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.

Detailed Overview

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Practice Chief, Respiratory Services, and being administratively accountable to the Manager, Health Services; performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to respiratory therapy; assists with in-services/education and provides input into program development at Langley Memorial Hospital.

Responsibilities

1. Performs diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, interventions and follow-ups related to Respiratory Therapy such as assisting with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and support, initiating/maintaining mechanical ventilatory support of adults, children and infants, providing airway management, patient evaluation and daily care of patients as prescribed and documents same.
2. Provides family, patient and staff education, which may include participating in established education programs.
3. Performs outpatient procedures including bronchoscopies, pediatric exercise challenges, ABG's, care of chronic ventilated patients.
4. Requisitions supplies and minor equipment for departmental operations within approved budget; maintains area supply inventory.
5. Participates in quality improvement activities such as development, implementation and evaluation of written procedures and standards, development of assessment forms and patient materials, and the development of departmental goals and objectives.
6. Maintains documentation by ensuring reports, record and workload statistics are complete and accurate according to established departmental standards.
7. Monitors and performs required maintenance, cleaning, calibration, evaluation and quality control of respiratory and related equipment.
8. Provides input into the departmental operating and capital budgets; monitors and maintains departmental operations as required.
9. Participates in meetings and departmental committees and contributes to problem identification and resolution.
10. Participates in Respiratory Therapy student education as required.
11. 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. Two years' recent experience. 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 and current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to effectively deliver in-service education
• Ability to deal effectively with others
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload
• 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 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. 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.