Respiratory Fit Testing Technician (East Region)

Position Type

Casual - Occasionnel

Closing Date

2025-04-17

Medavie Health Services New Brunswick (MHSNB) is the subsidiary of Medavie Health Services responsible for the optimal operation and management of EM/ANB, an integrated organization specializing in the delivery of primary health care services with the goal of facilitating access to quality care so that patients can achieve better health outcomes. MHSNB is fortunate to be able to count on the expertise of its employees who work passionately to build a healthier province.

Our company is currently looking for new team members to support its mission of providing excellence in emergency and community care within our various programs, namely Ambulance New Brunswick, the Extra-Mural Program and NB Health Link. Each advocates for a highly coordinated, quality service offering guided by a goal of continuous improvement across primary health care.

Medavie Health Services is part of Medavie, a health services organization. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are committed to providing innovative solutions that will improve the health of all Canadians.

As a not-for-profit organization, Medavie is proud to commit an annual social dividend to the Medavie Health Foundation to support programs and initiatives aimed at addressing some of our country’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges.

Medavie Health Services New Brunswick (MHSNB) is currently looking for registered paramedics and emergency medical technicians currently employed by ANB to work as a Respirator Fit Testing Technician throughout the province of New Brunswick.

Reporting to the Health & Safety Consultant, the Respirator Fit Testing Technician will be responsible to provide Fit Testing services to EM/ANB Inc. employees in the areas throughout the Province. As a contractor of MHSNB, you are accountable to our employees by participating in and supporting all Respiratory Testing initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on a safe workplace.

Accountability

The Respirator Fit Testing Technician will work under the direction from the Health and Safety Consultant, and act in partnership with all facets of operations. The incumbent will positively communicate company safety philosophy and Respiratory Protection policy and fit respirators to staff who are at risk to exposure to known airborne or unknown pathogens so that there is a shared realization of the company’s goals in the area of operations.

Key to this role will be the establishment of a safety culture, building employees’ capabilities and employee development through the ongoing fit testing process.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Support the EM/ANB Inc. and MHSNB by providing Fit Testing Services.
• Perform fit testing at various sites throughout the province for new staff and every two years for current staff who use the respirators.
• Ensure the user has obtained a Respiratory Protection Program Policy for review.
• Answer any questions or concerns about respirator use, care, donning and doffing of the respirator.
• Ensure the equipment is properly maintained and operational as per training.
• Ensure supplies are kept up to date.
• Manage fit testing schedules, assuring the attendance record and assessment forms are sent to the Employee Health and Safety Consultant.
• Arrange transport or transport equipment to scheduled fit testing site as per pre-determined schedule.
• Prepare fit testing process including the equipment set-up and take down.
• Participate in employee Health and Safety activities.
• Promote EM/ANB Inc. and MHSNB policy compliance.
• Support the Fit Testing process by working closely with the Health and Safety Consultant.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service while interacting with employees and the public.
• Travel will be required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Employee Health and Safety Consultant.

Special Training

Information And/or Training Will Be Provided For The Following:

• Knowledge of the respirators used within EM/ANB Inc. e.g. their care, use, limitations etc.
• Understand the role within the Respiratory Protection Program.
• Be trained on how to perform a fit test by the Health and Safety Consultant or their designate. Reference to the Operations of AccuFit 9000 Service Manual.
• Work with the Health and Safety Consultant for one fit testing session to ensure fit testing proficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years progressive work experience as a Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician, including service with ANB.
• Minimum of one (1) year in a leadership role and/or experience providing training and education.
• Must be an active Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician in good standing registered with the Paramedic Association of New Brunswick.
• Must have a valid New Brunswick Class 4 driver's license with an excellent driving record.
• Bilingualism would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel) would be considered an asset.
• Must have excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work efficiently as a team member and possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work independently and without close supervision.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Please note compensation will be in the form of a Personal Services Contract with MHSNB.

If you are interested in working with a dynamic team of professionals and possess the necessary qualifications, please apply now.

We would like to thank all candidates for expressing interest. Please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Medavie Health Services New Brunswick is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.