Respiratory Therapist | Acute Care

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading health authority in Canada as a Casual Respiratory Therapist at Kelowna General Hospital, providing essential respiratory care within a supportive and dynamic environment. Enjoy flexible shifts and the potential for career growth in a vibrant community known for its culture and outdoor activities.

Benefits

Employee well-being and work-life balance policies

Opportunities for career advancement

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Must practice according to CSRT standards.
• Experience with acute and chronic cardio-respiratory conditions is essential.
• Preference for candidates who demonstrate collaboration and improve clinical competence.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to clients with cardiorespiratory illnesses.
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain and advance personal clinical competence.

Skills

Independent practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Certification from the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists

Job description

We are hiring for Casual Respiratory Therapists for the Kelowna General Hospital. Shift times are 07:00-19:15, 19:00-07:15 and 08:30-20:30 on a casual as needed basis. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and may vary. There are many careers with us that begin with casual employment and lead to temporary and permanent opportunities.

What We Offer

We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as outlined by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) as well as 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 by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the client/family. Consults, confers and collaborates with other health care professionals. Demonstrates continuous improvement and best practice approach in respiratory practice. Maintains and advances own clinical competence. Participates on committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

About Us

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged 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.

About this location:

Kelowna is a vibrant and fast-growing city that offers so much for professionals and families to enjoy. A wide array of shopping and business, dining options, golfing, tons of hiking and biking trails, amazing beaches on Okanagan Lake, and world-class winter sports. Live, work and play where others only vacation!