Respiratory Therapist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; British Columbia; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading health authority in British Columbia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic data and administer therapy. The role involves formulating care plans, demonstrating procedures, and ensuring patient safety in various medical settings.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Eligible for registered membership with BCSRT.

Responsibilities

• Provides diagnostic data and administers respiratory therapy.
• Formulates and charts care plans according to established procedures.
• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to patients and staff.

Skills

Communication

Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment

Ability to deal effectively with contacts

Physical ability

Education

Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy

Eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$37.89 - $47.31

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

May. 12 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the appropriate site Supervisor, Respiratory Therapy. Provides diagnostic data, administers respiratory therapy, formulates and charts care plans according to established procedures to ensure safe and appropriate application of a variety of respiratory equipment and procedures in areas such as adult, paediatric, and neonatal intensive care units, cardiovascular unit, respiratory rehabilitation programs and related clinics, emergency room and medical-surgical nursing units. Demonstrates respiratory care procedures and the operation of related equipment to patients and other members of the hospital staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy. Eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including patients, physicians and the public.
• Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment and perform respiratory therapy procedures.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to demonstrate respiratory methods and the operation of related equipment to patients and members of hospital staff.