Respiratory Therapist (RT) 2

Vancouver Coastal Health; Squamish; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization as a Respiratory Therapist, where your expertise will enhance patient care at a community hospital. In this role, you will work independently to provide essential respiratory services to patients with various conditions, collaborating with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. This position offers a chance to grow your career in a supportive environment that values innovation and teamwork. With a commitment to continuous improvement and best practices, you will play a vital role in improving the quality of life for patients and their families. Embrace the opportunity to make a real difference in the community while enjoying competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program required.
• Certification and membership with relevant respiratory therapy associations needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing respiratory care to patients in an interdisciplinary setting.
• Conduct cardiac diagnostic tests and maintain clinical competence.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Assessment

ECG Techniques

Clinical Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Health Professionals Testing Canada Credentialing Exam

Membership with Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists

Tools

Holter Monitor

Stress Testing Equipment

Clinical Software Applications

Job description

Salary

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

Job Summary

Come work as a Respiratory Therapist for Vancouver Coastal Health!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Respiratory Therapist to join the team at Squamish Hospital in Squamish, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Respiratory Therapist at Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Work without general supervision and perform ongoing respiratory care in an interdisciplinary setting to patients with tracheostomies and/or a variety of illnesses/diseases including, but not limited to, acute and/or chronic respiratory illnesses or pathologies of the airway.
• Enhance quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family by consulting, conferring, and collaborating with other health care professionals.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement and best practice approach in respiratory practice.
• Conduct various cardiac diagnostic tests such as Electrocardiogram (ECG), stress testing, and Holter Monitoring for analysis and interpretation by medical staff.
• Maintain and advance own clinical competence and participate on committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canada Credentialing Exam.
• Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists and BC Society of Respiratory Therapists.
• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Completion of additional coursework and clinical training in conduction of ECG, Holter Monitor, and Stress Tests.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Broad knowledge of CSRT standards of practice and clinical practice guidelines.
• Broad knowledge of current respiratory care theory and practices within a patient/family centred model of care.
• Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement care plans.
• Demonstrated ability to assess patient responses to care, and to respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities, and deal with conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) and deal effectively with patients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership through initiative and independence.
• Demonstrated ability to use the department policy and procedure manual.
• Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to operate equipment including applicable software applications.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized patient care information system.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve, and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental, and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident, and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff, and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams, and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.