Respiratory Therapist I- Eagle Ridge Hospital (ERH)

Fraser Health
Tri-Cities / Coquitlam / Port Coquitlam / Port Moody, British Columbia, CA
$36,35-$40,38 an hour (estimated)
Full-time

Detailed Overview

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

Responsibilities 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.

Maintains documentation by ensuring reports, records and workload statistics are complete and accurate according to established departmental standards.

Participates in the interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care goals, therapeutic / diagnostic strategies and program related issues.

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. 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.

Provides in-service education as required. Participates in meetings and departmental committees and contributes to problem identification and resolution.

Participates in Respiratory Therapy student education and various in-services for staff and the community as required. 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.

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