Respiratory Therapy Lab Technologist (Part-Time)

Canadore College; North Bay; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Group is hiring a Lab Technologist for the College Drive Campus in North Bay, ON. This regular part-time position supports the Respiratory Therapy program with up to 24 hours per week and a pay rate of $27.93/hour.

Assignment dates span from end of August to early June, with on-site duties and campus-based responsibilities. The role involves lab setup and safety, inventory liaison, protocol maintenance, student supervision in simulations, and adherence to infection control standards on

Qualifications

• Respiratory Therapy diploma; relevant education or clinical experience may be considered.
• Certified Respiratory Educator an asset.
• Post-secondary education in health/related field or education an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience as a respiratory therapist.
• Teaching experience in Respiratory Therapy or related field an asset.
• Simulation experience an asset.
• Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Literacy with multimedia tools (apps, PowerPoint, online platforms, video equipment).
• In-person on-campus position; reliable commute to North Bay, ON.

Responsibilities

• Ensure lab/clinic set up and take down, and safe operation of equipment.
• Liaison with equipment suppliers and faculty to manage inventory and supplies.
• Establish protocols and maintenance for Respiratory Therapy lab equipment.
• Supervise and guide students to meet learning outcomes via simulation and lab skills.
• Plan demonstrations with faculty and reinforce procedures and principles.
• Monitor student performance using evaluative checklists.
• Enforce infection control practices and supervise students in the lab.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Education

Respiratory Therapy diploma

Post-secondary health education

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technologist

Department: School of Health Science – Respiratory Therapy Program

Location: College Drive Campus – North Bay, ON

Status: Regular Part-Time – 10-month position

Assignment dates: End of August to early June

Hours Per Week: Up to 24 hours

Pay Rate: $27.93/hour

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Respiratory Therapy diploma; relevant education or clinical experience may be considered
• Certified Respiratory Educator an asset
• Post-secondary education in health/related field or education an asset
• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience working as a respiratory therapist
• Teaching experience in Respiratory Therapy or related field an asset
• Simulation experience an asset
• Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Literacy with use of multimedia (e.g. apps, PowerPoint, online platforms, video equipment etc.)
• In-person, on-campus position. Must be able to reliably commute to North Bay, ON

DUTIES:

• Ensure lab/clinic set up and take down, and safe operation of equipment
• Liaison with equipment suppliers and faculty to manage inventory, order supplies within budget allocation
• Establish protocols and maintains preventative maintenance for all Respiratory Therapy lab equipment
• Supervise and guide students to meet learning outcomes within the roles of the respiratory therapy technologist through simulation and laboratory skills in a respiratory therapy lab as directed by faculty
• Liaison with faculty to plan and organize demonstrations, reinforce correct procedures, skills and theoretical principles in the respiratory therapy lab
• Monitor student performance and make accurate observations and assessments related to students’ clinical skills and abilities, utilizing evaluative checklists designed by faculty
• Demonstrate and enforce safe working habits, ensures appropriate infection control practices are maintained, and monitors students in the respiratory therapy lab