Respiratory Therapist, Pulmonary Diagnostics

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

Job summary

Fraser Health Authority is seeking a Casual Respiratory Therapist for Burnaby Hospital in Burnaby, BC. You will perform inpatient and outpatient pulmonary function procedures, maintain equipment, and contribute to quality assurance and patient care within a dynamic health-system.

The role offers exposure to a wide patient population across Fraser Health's facilities, with opportunities for mentorship and professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care credentialing exam.
• Eligible for CSRT and BC Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).
• Current CPR Professional Level C certification.
• One year recent experience with pulmonary function procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs pulmonary function procedures including spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity and related tests.
• Files testing documents and maintains records.
• Monitors and calibrates pulmonary function equipment; coordinates maintenance.
• Provides orientation and in-service training for department.
• Participates in development of standards, procedures, and protocols; supports research activities.

Skills

Communication

Teaching respiratory skills

Equipment operation

Self-directed

Teamwork

Physical ability

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

CSRT/BCSRT eligible

Tools

Pulmonary function equipment

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $40.19 - $50.20 / hour

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $40.19 - $50.20 / hour

Job Summary

Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.8 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples. Our team of nearly 40,000 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.

We currently have an exciting Casual opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic as a dedicated Respiratory Therapist at Burnaby Hospital in Burnaby, BC. If you're someone who is looking for a challenge that is equally as rewarding, then this might be the opportunity for you.

Reasons why you should apply

• A career that offers you the opportunity to work in a fast growing and exciting organization with professionals who are excellent in their respective fields.
• Fantastic opportunities for support and mentorship into supervisory and management roles are available as you advance within the organization.
• An opportunity to make a difference every single day in the world of health care.

Come work with dedicated health care providers who are enthusiastic and committed to provide quality healthcare to our clients/patients/residents. We invite you to find out why more than 95% of new employees recommend Fraser Health as an excellent place to work. Work hard and have fun while you do it.

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Detailed Overview

Under the general direction of the Chief, Respiratory Therapy, is responsible for performing inpatient and outpatient pulmonary function procedures, keeping records, and maintaining pulmonary function equipment and quality assurance standards according to Lab Accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs pulmonary function procedures including spirometry, lung volume determination, diffusion capacity, inhalation challenges, arterial blood punctures, oximetry with exercise, overnight oximetry and other diagnostic testing that may be assigned.
• Completes and files testing documents and records.
• Monitors pulmonary function equipment ensuring calibration and quality checks are performed, arranging maintenance and repair as required.
• Provides related orientation and in‑service training for department.
• Participates in the development, revision, and communication of standards, procedures, and protocols, as required. Participates in selected respiratory research activities; facilitates changes in respiratory practice in accordance with standards, procedures, protocols and research.
• Participates in the evaluation, selection and implementation of new equipment or procedures in collaboration with the Chief, Respiratory Therapy.
• Assists in the development of quality assurance programs by helping coordinate 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.
• Participates in the selection and performance evaluation of employees, in collaboration with the Chief, Respiratory Therapy.
• 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 and maintain a current "Professional Level C" CPR certification. One (1) year recent experience with pulmonary function procedures.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to teach, related respiratory skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment, and in‑service staff on new equipment.
• Ability to be self‑directed and organize work.
• 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.