School of Health Science - Lab Technologist, Respiratory Therapy Program (Regular Part-Time)

Job Title: Lab Technologist

Department: School of Health Science – Respiratory Therapy Program

Location: College Drive Campus – North Bay, ON 

Status: Regular Part-Time – 10-month position

Assignment dates: End of August to early June

Hours Per Week: Up to 24 hours

Pay Rate: $27.93/hour

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Respiratory Therapy diploma; relevant education or clinical experience may be considered
• Certified Respiratory Educator an asset
• Post-secondary education in health/related field or education an asset
• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience working as a respiratory therapist
• Teaching experience in Respiratory Therapy or related field an asset
• Simulation experience an asset
• Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Literacy with use of multimedia (e.g. apps, PowerPoint, online platforms, video equipment etc.)
• In-person, on-campus position.  Must be able to reliably commute to North Bay, ON

DUTIES:

• Ensure lab/clinic set up and take down, and safe operation of equipment
• Liaison with equipment suppliers and faculty to manage inventory, order supplies within budget allocation
• Establish protocols and maintains preventative maintenance for all Respiratory Therapy lab equipment
• Supervise and guide students to meet learning outcomes within the roles of the respiratory therapy technologist through simulation and laboratory skills in a respiratory therapy lab as directed by faculty
• Liaison with faculty to plan and organize demonstrations, reinforce correct procedures, skills and theoretical principles in the respiratory therapy lab
• Monitor student performance and make accurate observations and assessments related to students’ clinical skills and abilities, utilizing evaluative checklists designed by faculty
• Demonstrate and enforce safe working habits, ensures appropriate infection control practices are maintained, and monitors students in the respiratory therapy lab