Respiratory Therapist | Acute care

Interior Health; Trail; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Relocation assistance

Four weeks vacation

Education and career development

Mentorship programs

Student loan forgiveness

Employee discounts

Job summary

Interior Health seeks a permanent full-time Respiratory Therapist to join the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital team in Trail, BC. Eligible positions may receive up to $20,000 recruitment incentive and relocation assistance.

The role involves practicing in line with CSRT standards within a client-centered care model, delivering respiratory care across diverse illnesses, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient quality of life.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs ongoing respiratory care in a multi-disciplinary setting for clients with acute or chronic cardio-respiratory conditions.
• Operates independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Contributes to quality improvement and best practices in respiratory care.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Client-centered care

Documentation

Education

Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program

HPTC Credentialing Exam

CSRT/BCSRT eligibility

BC Driver’s License

Job description

Position Summary

We are hiring for a permanent full-time Respiratory Therapist at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, B.C. Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance.

Days of Work

rotating

Shift times/Hours of work

days and nights

What we offer

We are a B.C. top employer and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Competitive pay with recognition of previous experience


• Employer-paid benefits, including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan


• Relocation assistance for eligible positions


• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service


• Education and career development opportunities


• Mentorship programs for new graduates and internationally educated professionals


• Canada and B.C. student loan forgiveness for eligible professions and locations


• Employee and family assistance program, plus exclusive employee discounts

About the role

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

Nestled along the Columbia River in British Columbia's beautiful West Kootenay region, Trail is a vibrant and welcoming community known for its outstanding quality of life, strong sense of community, and access to year-round outdoor recreation. As the commercial and service hub of the wider area, residents enjoy a balance of small-city convenience, affordable living, and easy access to world-class skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and golfing. Trail is rich in culture and history, with a diverse population, strong heritage, excellent recreational facilities, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

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.