Respiratory Therapist

Northern Health; Prince George; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in British Columbia is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join its Respiratory Services department. This role involves providing respiratory care to clients with various cardio-respiratory illnesses, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, and maintaining professional standards. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including vacation and training opportunities, in a supportive and evolving healthcare environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to perform client assessments and interventions.
• Ability to educate clients and groups.
• Effective communication with clients, families, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing respiratory care in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Consult and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement and best practices.

Skills

Assessment and Treatment

Teaching

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Education

Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program

Current certification with the CSRT

Tools

Meditech

Windows

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Respiratory Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Respiratory Services department.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the Respiratory Therapist practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as outlined by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) and within a client and family-centered care model. Performs ongoing respiratory care in a multi-disciplinary setting to clients with a variety of illnesses/diseases, including but not limited to acute and/or chronic cardio-respiratory illnesses or pathologies, working independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the client/family. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other healthcare professionals. Demonstrates continuous improvement and best practices in respiratory therapy. Maintains and advances own clinical competence. Participates on committees, teams, and approved research projects as assigned.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights - 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00, Rotating

University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC) is the largest Acute Care facility within the Northern Health region and a hub for specialized health services. It's also a teaching hospital:

• Provides undergraduate physician training through the Northern Medical Program, run by the University of British Columbia and University of Northern British Columbia.
• Hosts residents in UBC's Family Practice Residency Program.
• Is a key clinical education site for nursing and many health sciences students at UNBC, the College of New Caledonia, BCIT, and other institutions.

UHNBC has benefited from nearly $100 million in expansions, renovations, and new equipment since 2001, including:

• Patient care addition with an expanded emergency room and updated ICU.
• State-of-the-art maternal-child care centre, including a single room neonatal ICU.
• Facilities to accommodate undergraduate physician training.
• MRI unit.

UHNBC is also home to a cancer centre for Northern BC, featuring a wide range of cancer treatments including radiation therapy. UHNBC is growing, with the new Acute Care Tower estimated to open in winter 2031, bringing state-of-the-art care to Northern BC. Join our team in Prince George now to work in one of the most advanced acute care environments in the province.

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health, and culture for northern British Columbia, serving a rural population of about 300,000. The region offers affordable housing, land prices, transportation costs, and a high standard of living, with a diverse and friendly community. The city is the 4th largest in BC, with approximately 82,300 residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application, upload the following:

• Registration number (if part of a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications, such as certificates, diplomas, transcripts.
• It is recommended to include a cover letter and resume.

International Applicants: Please follow the steps on our Northern Health careers page before applying.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current certification with the CSRT and eligibility for registration with the BCSRT and CSRT.
• Valid BC Driver's License as required in the practice area.

Skills and Abilities:

• Assessment and Treatment: Ability to perform client assessments and interventions.
• Teaching: Ability to educate clients and groups.
• Knowledge Integration: Use current research to support practice decisions.
• Communication: Effective communication with clients, families, and team members.
• Critical Thinking: Data evaluation and problem-solving skills.
• Human Caring: Promote client-centered care with cultural sensitivity.
• Management: Organize work, set objectives, and collaborate.
• Leadership: Promote morale, engagement, and innovation.
• Teamwork: Foster collaboration and excellence in care.
• Equipment: Proficient in Meditech, Windows, and related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Who we are

Northern Health serves a vast area with over 7,000 staff, providing hospital and community-based health services to a population of 300,000 across Northern BC, including numerous communities and First Nations.