Respiratory Therapist - Langley Memorial Hospital

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $40.19 - $50.20 / hour
Job Summary

We are currently hiring for a Respiratory Therapist to join our Teamat Langley Memorial Hospital located in Langley, B.C.

This is a Relief position available until May 2027, or until return of incumbent.

Join the dedicated team at Langley Memorial Hospital as a Respiratory Therapist and make a critical impact on patient care every day. In this dynamic role, you'll provide advanced respiratory assessment and treatment services across a variety of patient populations, from emergency and critical care support to outpatient procedures. Working alongside a collaborative healthcare team, you'll contribute to quality improvement initiatives, support education and mentorship, and help shape respiratory care services in a community-focused hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your expertise while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.

Langley Memorial Hospital (LMH) is a key acute care facility in the Fraser Health region, serving one of the fastest-growing communities in B.C. Its comprehensive services and community-focused approach make it a vital hub for emergency, surgical, maternity, and seniors care. While not a designated referral centre, it plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, accessible care close to home. The hospital also supports clinical education and training, contributing to the development of future health care professionals.

Langley Memorial Hospital is located in the Murrayville neighbourhood of Langley. The hospital is easily accessible by car or public transit and is a short drive from major urban centres. As part of a growing and collaborative health care network, you’ll find meaningful ways to advance your career in a region that values connection, innovation and care. With its charming neighbourhoods, scenic trails, and vibrant local culture, Langley offers a lifestyle that blends professional fulfillment with everyday enjoyment. It’s more than a place to work—it’s a place to thrive.

Langley, British Columbia, offers the perfect blend of small-town warmth and modern convenience. Surrounded by rolling farmland, local wineries and scenic trails, it’s a place where you can slow down and enjoy life—without giving up access to great restaurants, shopping, and cultural events. Whether you’re exploring the historic charm of Fort Langley or enjoying a weekend hike in nearby parks, Langley offers a lifestyle that’s relaxed, connected, and full of possibility.

Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including:

• Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
• Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.
• Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
• Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.
• Maternity Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave.
• TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes
• Additional employee discounts and perks available

*Eligibility based on employment status

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Detailed Overview

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Practice Chief, Respiratory Services, and being administratively accountable to the Manager, Health Services; performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to respiratory therapy; assists with in-services/education and provides input into program development at Langley Memorial Hospital.

Responsibilities

1. Performs diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, interventions and follow-ups as related to Respiratory Therapy such as assisting with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and support, initiating/maintaining mechanical ventilatory support of adults, children and infants, providing airway management, patient evaluation and daily care of patients as prescribed and documents same.
2. Provides family, patient and staff education, which may include participating in established education programs.
3. Performs outpatient procedures including bronchoscopies, pediatric exercise challenges, ABG's, care of chronic ventilated patients.
4. Requisitions supplies and minor equipment for departmental operations within approved budget; maintains area supply inventory.
5. Participates in quality improvement activities such as development, implementation and evaluation of written procedures and standards, development of assessment forms and patient materials, and the development of departmental goals and objectives.
6. Maintains documentation by ensuring reports, record and workload statistics are complete and accurate according to established departmental standards.
7. Monitors and performs required maintenance, cleaning, calibration, evaluation and quality control of respiratory and related equipment.
8. Provides input into the departmental operating and capital budgets; monitors and maintains departmental operations as required.
9. Participates in meetings and departmental committees and contributes to problem identification and resolution.
10. Participates in Respiratory Therapy student education as required.
11. 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. Two years' recent experience.

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 and current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively deliver in-service education.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

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1. Performs diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, interventions and follow-ups as related to Respiratory Therapy such as assisting with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and support, initiating/maintaining mechanical ventilatory support of adults, children and infants, providing airway management, patient evaluation and daily care of patients as prescribed and documents same.
2. Provides family, patient and staff education, which may include participating in established education programs.
3. Performs outpatient procedures including bronchoscopies, pediatric exercise challenges, ABG's, care of chronic ventilated patients.
4. Requisitions supplies and minor equipment for departmental operations within approved budget; maintains area supply inventory.
5. Participates in quality improvement activities such as development, implementation and evaluation of written procedures and standards, development of assessment forms and patient materials, and the development of departmental goals and objectives.
6. Maintains documentation by ensuring reports, record and workload statistics are complete and accurate according to established departmental standards.
7. Monitors and performs required maintenance, cleaning, calibration, evaluation and quality control of respiratory and related equipment.
8. Provides input into the departmental operating and capital budgets; monitors and maintains departmental operations as required.
9. Participates in meetings and departmental committees and contributes to problem identification and resolution.
10. Participates in Respiratory Therapy student education as required.
11. Performs other related duties as required.

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Successful completion of the Canadian Board of Respiratory Care credentialing exam. Two years' recent experience.

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 and current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively deliver in-service education.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.