Respiratory Therapist, Pulmonary Diagnostics

Fraser Health•Burnaby, BC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

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. If this sounds like the ideal role for you, here are more 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. Take the next step and apply so we can continue the conversation. 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. Curious to learn what it’s like to work here? Like us on Facebook (@fraserhealthcareers), follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@FHCareer), or connect with us on LinkedIn (fraserhealthcareers) for first-hand employee insights.

Requirements

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.
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.

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.