Respiratory Therapist | Acute & HART

Interior Health; Trail; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Extended health and dental insurance

Municipal pension plan

Relocation assistance

Four weeks vacation

Education and career development

Mentorship for new grads

Employee and family assistance program

Exclusive employee discounts

Job summary

Interior Health in Trail, BC is hiring a permanent full-time Respiratory Therapist at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital. You will provide respiratory care in an acute care setting, joining the high acuity response team (HART) and working within a client- and family-centered model.

The role offers rotating days and nights, a schedule of four on and five off, and opportunities for professional development. Recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and relocation assistance may apply.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program.
• Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canada (HPTC) Credentialing Exam.
• Eligible for CSRT/BCSRT membership.
• Current valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per CSRT standards and client-centered model.
• Work independently and with the team to support acute and chronic cardio-respiratory conditions.
• Contribute to quality improvement and participate in committees, initiatives, and approved research.

Skills

Respiratory care

Team collaboration

Education

Respiratory Therapy program

HPTC Credentialing Exam

Tools

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. This position works in acute care and the high acuity response team (HART) team. This position includes two hours of pre-shift on call for the first day shift and first night shift of each set of shifts.

Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance.

Days of Work

Rotating days and nights. Typically a four on then five off schedule

Shift times/Hours of work

06:50 to 19:17 and 19:17 to 06:50

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
• Employee and family assistance program, plus exclusive employee discounts

About the role

In this role, you will provide respiratory care in alignment with Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) standards and a client- and family-centered care model. You will work both independently and collaboratively to support clients with a range of acute and chronic cardio-respiratory conditions. This position involves consulting with other healthcare professionals, contributing to quality improvement, and applying best practices in respiratory therapy. You will also maintain and advance your clinical skills and may participate in committees, team initiatives, and approved research projects.

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.

Join our welcoming team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others!

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.