Respiratory Therapist - Surrey Memorial Hospital (Biocontainment Unit Only)

Fraser Health; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Metro Vancouver seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join its CORE clinical team. The successful candidate will perform essential diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to respiratory therapy, contribute to quality improvements, and provide in-depth patient care. With opportunities for professional growth, competitive compensation, and a commitment to diversity, this role is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare. This casual position is primarily based at Surrey Memorial Hospital.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Pension plan

Four weeks of vacation to start

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program and successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care exam are required.
• Must possess and maintain CPR Level C certification and NRP certification.
• Effective management of diverse patient needs in emergency situations is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic assessments and interventions related to respiratory therapy.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and equipment.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings for patient care strategies.
• Monitor and maintain respiratory equipment and ensure quality control.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and staff education.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Graduation from accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Canadian Board of Respiratory Care credentialing

CPR Level C certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification

Job description

Salary

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

Job Summary

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

The successful candidate, under the direction of the Director/Manager-BC Biocontainment (BC BTC), joins the CORE clinical team of the BC BTC Team and trains for specialty clinical services that support the BC Biocontainment Treatment and Training Center. The BC BTC program exists to maintain a state of readiness to care for patients with emerging high consequence infectious diseases (HCID) and new emerging pathogens.

Please note this casual position is based out of Surrey Memorial Hospital.

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Detailed Overview

Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to respiratory therapy: assists with in-service education and provides input into program development.

Responsibilities

1. Performs diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, interventions and follow‑ups as related to respiratory therapy such as assisting with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and providing support initiating/maintaining mechanical ventilation support of adults, children and infants, providing airway management, patient evaluation, and daily care of patients as prescribed.
2. Maintains documentation by ensuring reports, records and workload statistics are complete and accurate according to established departmental standards.
3. Participates in the interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care goals, therapeutic/diagnostic strategies and program related issues.
4. Monitors and performs required maintenance, cleaning, calibration, evaluation and quality control of respiratory and related equipment: reports supply needs as required; maintains relevant logs/reports.
5. Participates in quality improvement activities such as the development, implementation and evaluation of written procedures and standards, development of assessment forms and patient materials, and program descriptions as required.
6. Provides in-service education as required.
7. Participates in meetings and departmental committees and contributes to problem identification and resolution.
8. Participates in Respiratory Therapy student education and various in‑services for staff and the community 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. Possession of and maintained Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Skills and Abilities

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

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