Respiratory Therapist, Pulmonary Function Lab - Langley Memorial Hospital

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

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Metro Vancouver is seeking Casual Respiratory Therapists for Langley Memorial Hospital. The role includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, providing education, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates have completed an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, hold relevant certifications, and possess strong communication skills. This position offers competitive hourly pay and the chance to work within a caring and diverse health care environment.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Two years of recent experience in the field.
• Passed the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care credentialing exam.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic assessments related to respiratory therapy.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Conduct outpatient procedures including bronchoscopies.
• Maintain documentation and ensure accuracy.
• Monitor and maintain respiratory equipment.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Deliver in-service education

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Operate medical equipment

Physical ability to perform tasks

Education

Graduation from accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Successful completion of Canadian Board of Respiratory Care exam

Eligible for membership with CSRT and BCSRT

Current CPR Level C certification

Current NRP certification

Job description

Salary

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

Job Summary

We currently have exciting opportunities for Casual – Respiratory Therapists to join our team at Langley Memorial Hospital, Langley, B.C. We hire great people for outstanding jobs and need your help to expand the ability to deliver prompt and professional service.

Come work with us!

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

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, interventions and follow-ups as 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.
• Provides family, patient and staff education, which may include participating in established education programs.
• Performs outpatient procedures including bronchoscopies, pediatric exercise challenges, ABG's, care of chronic ventilated patients.
• Requisitions supplies and minor equipment for departmental operations within approved budget; maintains area supply inventory.
• 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.
• Maintains documentation by ensuring reports, record and workload statistics are complete and accurate according to established departmental standards.
• Monitors and performs required maintenance, cleaning, calibration, evaluation and quality control of respiratory and related equipment.
• Provides input into the departmental operating and capital budgets; monitors and maintains departmental operations as required.
• Participates in meetings and departmental committees and contributes to problem identification and resolution.
• Participates in Respiratory Therapy student education as required.
• 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.

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