Respiratory Therapist (Pulmonary/Diagnostic) - Royal Columbian Hospital

Fraser Health; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New Westminster, Canada is seeking a Respiratory Therapist. This role focuses on performing vital pulmonary function tests and assisting in a busy department. Candidates should have a relevant degree, CPR certification, and experience in a level three pulmonary function lab. Join a committed team serving the community and contributing to vital healthcare initiatives. Opportunities for growth and professional development are offered in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care credentialing exam.
• Eligible for membership with CSRT and BCSRT.
• One year's recent related experience in a level three pulmonary function lab.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function procedures including spirometry and arterial blood gas punctures.
• Conduct cardiopulmonary exercise studies.
• Assist in monitoring equipment and conduct quality control checks.
• Provide clinical instruction to students as needed.
• Develop quality assurance programs for the department.

Skills

Ability to organize work

Effective communication skills

Equipment operation skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability for duties

Education

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Canadian Board of Respiratory Care credentialing

Current CPR Level C certification

Job description

Salary

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

Job Summary

Royal Columbian Hospital is conveniently located adjacent to the Sapperton SkyTrain station on the Expo Line1. This makes it easily accessible by public transit for both patients and staff.

Join us on an exciting project and make history. The Royal Columbian Hospital Redevelopment Project (RCHRP) is a multi-year, multi-phase project to increase the hospital's capacity, beds and services. Read more here RCHRP Phase two.

RCH first opened in 1862, is a vital referral centre and regional centre of excellence for trauma, critical care, cardiac care, maternity, neonatal intensive care and neurosurgery. When the full redevelopment is complete, the people of British Columbia will have increased access to cardiac, trauma, mental health, maternity and NICU services and beds.

New Westminster

New Westminster is known for its stunning waterfront views along the Fraser River, located on the north side of the Fraser River bordering several municipalities in each direction (Burnaby, Coquitlam, Surrey, and Delta), making it the centre of the Greater Vancouver region.

Explore our Respiratory Therapy careers page to learn more about our New Graduate program, current opportunities and career journeys from some of our Respiratory Therapist and answers to common questions on how to get your career started.

Detailed Overview

Under the general supervision of the Chief Paramedical of Respiratory Services, performs pulmonary function, methacholine challenge and cardiopulmonary stress procedures. Assists with the maintenance and quality control of equipment and completes documentation as required.

Responsibilities

1. Performs pulmonary function procedures including spirometry, lung volume determination, diffusion capacity, inhalation challenges, and arterial blood gas punctures.
2. Performs cardiopulmonary exercise studies.
3. Completes and files testing documents and records.
4. Assists in the monitoring of pulmonary function and stress testing equipment, conducts calibration and quality control checks according to standards, and arranges maintenance and repair as required.
5. Assists in providing related orientation and in service training for department.
6. Assists in developing department quality assurance programs by co-ordinating the standards of the Diagnostic Accreditation Program with standards and procedures of the department; participates in implementing new procedures, updating current procedures, performing quality control, conducting audits and/or monitoring services.
7. In conjunction with Chief Paramedical and the Clinical Resource Therapist assists in the evaluation and selection of new equipment.
8. Provides clinical instruction to Cariboo College Respiratory Therapy students during Pulmonary Function Lab rotations, 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. One year's recent related experience in an accredited level three pulmonary function lab.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• 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.

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