Respiratory Therapist, Oxygen Therapy Specialist

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

Job Summary

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join the Home Oxygen Program team at George Pearson Centre in Vancouver, BC.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess clients and their oxygen systems in their homes, clinics, or other community settings.
  • Provide ongoing respiratory care to clients with various illnesses or diseases, including acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
  • Enhance the quality of life for clients and their families.
  • Liaise with internal and external partners to implement care and therapies for clients, including home oxygen equipment.
  • Participate in continuous improvement and best practice approaches in respiratory care.
  • Maintain and advance clinical competence.
  • Participate in committees, teams, and research projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
  • Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canada (HPTC) Credentialing Exam.
  • Eligibility for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists and BC Society of Respiratory Therapists.
  • Valid driver's license for local area travel.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Broad knowledge of The National Alliance of Respiratory Therapy Regulatory Bodies (NARTRB) National Competency Framework.
  • Broad knowledge of current respiratory care theory and practices within a client-centered model of care.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work independently and develop/maintain collaborative relationships within a multi-disciplinary service delivery model.
  • Ability to adapt to the changing health system and understand the broad determinants of health.
  • Ability to assess client responses to care and respond appropriately.
  • Ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
  • Skills in the use of respiratory and other equipment and techniques appropriate to the area of specialty.
  • General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.
  • Ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
  • Ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
  • Computer literacy in the use of common computer applications.
  • Ability to physically perform the duties of the position.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health?

Vancouver Coastal Health is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, delivering service to over one million BC residents. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve, and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health, and dental, and municipal pension plan.
  • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
  • Wellness supports, including counseling, critical incident, and innovative wellness services available to employees and their immediate families.
  • Award-winning recognition programs to honor staff, medical staff, and volunteers.
  • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.


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