Respiratory Therapist (Pulmonary/Diagnostic) - Royal Columbian Hospital

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

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in a pivotal role at Royal Columbian Hospital. As part of an exciting redevelopment project, you'll perform essential pulmonary function tests and assist in enhancing patient care services. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a multi-phase project that aims to improve healthcare access for the community. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, you'll be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality care. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program is required.
• One year's recent experience in a level three pulmonary function lab.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function procedures and cardiopulmonary exercise studies.
• Assist in quality control checks and equipment maintenance.
• Provide clinical instruction to students during lab rotations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Equipment Operation

Interpersonal Skills

Physical Ability

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Canadian Board of Respiratory Care Credentialing

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

Royal Columbian Hospital is conveniently located adjacent to the Sapperton SkyTrain station on the Expo Line. 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.

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.

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 the department.
6. Assists in developing department quality assurance programs by coordinating 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 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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