Full Time Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – PROP            Download the PDF of this posting

Join our team at the Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program (aka PROP)!  We are a small group of dedicated, supportive, and knowledgeable Respiratory Therapists looking for our next team member.  We provide home ventilation equipment (BiPAP and Ventilators), supplies, education, and ongoing support to our PROP members located throughout the Province of BC.

When you join our team, some of the benefits you can expect are competitive hourly wage; seamless transfer of your current BC Municipal Pension Plan; excellent Extended Health Benefits package; flexible vacation planning; autonomy with your daily scheduling of workload; and ability to work from home and explore the province, to name a few.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Technology for Living’s (TFL’s) Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program (PROP) is in search of an experienced, enthusiastic, performance driven, team-focused and compassionate individual to apply their clinical skills and experience to provide ongoing support to our members living in their homes in the communities of BC.

Main office is in Vancouver.

Majority of member visits are located within the Lower Mainland.

Workdays are Monday to Friday 0830-1630.

This position is available immediately.

 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Competitive hourly wage in line with the Heath Sciences Association of BC agreement
• Excellent health benefits
• BC Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) transfer or enrollment
• BCSRT and CSRT membership fees are paid for
• BCAA membership paid for
• Insurance top-up for your vehicle for business purposes and mileage compensation is provided
• Ongoing education is fostered and supported
• Flexible work schedule and trusted to create own schedule for client visits
• Challenging but rewarding role in a relaxed and inclusive work environment

THE ORGANIZATION:

Technology for Living (TFL) is a non-profit, social-purpose organization that has supported people with disabilities in British Columbia for over 50 years. TFL helps people with physical disabilities live independently at home by providing, installing, and servicing assistive technology and home automation. This work is delivered through three member-centred programs: The Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program (PROP), Technology for Independent Living (TIL), and the Peer Support Program.

For further information about Technology for Living and our program offerings please visit our website at https://www.technologyforliving.org

 THE POSITION:

In accordance with PROP (Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program) standards of practice and clinical practice guidelines, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing TFL members and providing clinical respiratory support and equipment to members to facilitate and support their independent lives in the community.

The RTs at Technology for Living also work in collaboration with the healthcare community at large throughout the province.

This role requires occasional travel outside of the Lower Mainland.  At times, weekday overnight stays may be required.

  REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

•  Graduate from an approved Respiratory Therapy program with Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) certification.
• Current CPR Level C
• Current registration with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT) and CSRT
• Minimum of 1-year Acute Care as a qualified RRT experience is an asset.
• Experience with, or exposure to, home mechanical ventilation and BiPAP is an asset
• Working knowledge of computer application programs, including Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Access Database, etc.)
• Demonstrates confident and solid verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to interact/communicate effectively with co-workers, members, caregivers, and other professionals in a respectful, courteous, and empathetic manner.
• Ability to think analytically and use sound judgment.
• Creative thinker with an interest to introduce new initiatives that will support the operations of the department.
• Skilled at managing their time efficiently through excellent planning capabilities.

Required Skills & Competencies Continued.

• Valid BC driver’s license (class 5) with a good driving record and own reliable vehicle.
• Must be legally qualified to work in Canada.
• Successful applicant must pass BC Criminal Records Check.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 15 lbs. without challenge.
• Must be vaccinated, with boosters, for COVID-19.

HOW TO APPLY:

Application Deadline: Posted until the appropriate person is found. Position is available immediately.

Please send your cover letter and resume, in PDF format to kpolsky@technologyforliving.org.

If you are the kind of professional who can work independently, is self-motivated and organized, willing to learn and participate, will work in collaboration within a small office, is personable, mature, has a positive attitude, and wants to make an impact, then we want to hear from you!

If you have questions about the RT role at PROP please call at 1-866-326-1245 or email:  prop@technologyforliving.org and direct your call or email to the PROP Manager.

Thank you in advance for your interest and application. Only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

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