Respiratory Therapist I, NICU - BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre

Respiratory Therapist I, NICU

BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre

Vancouver, BC

As of April 1, 2024 this position may qualify for a one-time recruitment incentive up to $30,000 (subject to funding availability).

To learn more about this incentive and if you qualify, please ask your Talent Acquisition Advisor!

What you’ll do

• Review patient’s medical history, conducts assessments of the patient’s pathophysical condition, recommend appropriate care and documents patient response and outcomes.
• Set up, check, perform specified quality control procedures and operate respiratory equipment, making adjustments as appropriate.
• Initiate, monitor and assess ventilator dependent patients as per care protocols and daily care.
• Recommend and administer individualized medical gas therapies.
• Provide invasive and non-invasive cardio-pulmonary monitoring.
• Evaluate patient’s responses during testing, therapies and related treatments; make changes as appropriate; observe and record data on patient chart.
• Respond to cardiac arrests and other emergency calls.
• Prepare reports, statistical information and summaries of research activities as required.
• Attend departmental and program meetings to provide or exchange information.
• Participate in departmental, program and health centre committees.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy and successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care examination.
• Current and continuing registration with British Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT) and the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT).
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification.

You will also have

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines and function efficiently despite interruptions and workload fluctuations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all team members.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate all pertinent respiratory related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

That’s why we’re focused on your care too offering health, wellness, development programs to support you at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Location : 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work : Rotating, 0645-1901, 1845-0701

Requisition # 159282E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.

BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority () plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.

Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include : Respect people Be compassionate Dare to innovate Cultivate partnerships Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs :

PHSA and BCW are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation.

True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination.

Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.