* Respiratory Therapist

Interior Health; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking Respiratory Therapists for various locations in Southern B.C. These professionals will enhance the quality of life for clients by providing essential respiratory care in collaboration with healthcare teams. A commitment to continuous improvement and best practices is essential in this dynamic role.

Benefits

Competitive pay and shift premiums

Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions

Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks

Employer-paid insurance, health, dental and wellness benefits

Defined Benefit Pension

Employer-paid education and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canada (HPTC) Credentialing Exam.
• Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) and the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).
• Current valid BC Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing respiratory care for clients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care.
• Employ best practices to enhance clinical competence and patient outcomes.

Skills

Client-centered care

Respiratory care

Teamwork

Education

Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Position Summary
Respiratory Therapy is an occupation that works in any number of locations and/or worksites within the health authority. This posting encompasses all Respiratory Therapist career opportunities throughout the Southern Interior of B.C. We are hiring now for temporary or permanent full-time and part-time positions.

About us:

Interior Health is a leading public health authority in British Columbia. We strive for a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region. We have been named a Canada’s Top Employer for 2025!

What we offer:

We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health, dental and wellness benefits
• Defined Benefit Pension
• Employer-paid education and development opportunities

About the job:

A Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for clients and their families, working in alignment with the standards of the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) and within a client-centered care model. This dedicated professional provides ongoing respiratory care to individuals with a wide range of respiratory conditions, including both acute and chronic cardio-respiratory diseases, in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment. Whether working independently or as part of a collaborative healthcare team, the Respiratory Therapist ensures optimal care through consultation and teamwork with other healthcare professionals. Committed to continuous improvement, they employ best practices in their field, consistently advancing their clinical competence and contributing to committees, teams, and research initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and outcomes.


About our locations:

Whether you are looking for a big city, smaller town or rural community, we have the position and location to suit.

• Okanagan: Beautiful beaches, lakes, orchards, vineyards, golfing and world-class ski resorts all just minutes away from the main centres of Kelowna, Vernon, and Penticton.

• Thompson Cariboo Shuswap: Spectacular scenery, agricultural abundance, provincial parks, culturally and historically rich communities such as Williams Lake, Kamloops, Salmon Arm and 100 Mile House.

• Kootenay’s: The wilderness capital of BC offers majestic mountain ranges, glacier-fed lakes and lush forests for skiing, hiking, biking and camping. Home to sunny, laid-back communities like Cranbrook, Fernie, Trail and Nelson.

Apply today and you could soon be joining our welcoming team of allied health professionals!

Qualfications
Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program.

Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canada (HPTC) Credentialing Exam. Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) and the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).

Current valid BC Driver’s License.