Island Health

Respiratory Therapist

Island Health$83K — $104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy.
  • Eligibility for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).
  • Ability to effectively interact with patients, physicians, and the public.
  • Skilled in operating respiratory therapy equipment and performing related procedures.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Physical capability to fulfill the role's duties.

Responsibilities

  • Provide diagnostic data and administer respiratory therapy to patients.
  • Formulate and chart care plans according to established procedures.
  • Ensure safe and appropriate application of respiratory equipment in various units.
  • Demonstrate respiratory care procedures and equipment operation to patients and staff.
  • Engage with patients across diverse healthcare settings including ICU, ER, and rehabilitation.

Benefits

  • Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Supportive work environment with collaborative healthcare teams.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse clinical setting.
  • Regular rotation of days off to promote work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Close Date

Jul. 10 2026

Location

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

No travel required

Shift Start Time/End Time



Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$40.19 - $50.20

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Aug. 16 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

Reporting to the appropriate site Supervisor, Respiratory Therapy. Provides diagnostic data, administers respiratory therapy, formulates and charts care plans according to established procedures to ensure safe and appropriate application of a variety of respiratory equipment and procedures in areas such as adult, paediatric, and neonatal intensive care units, cardiovascular unit, respiratory rehabilitation programs and related clinics, emergency room and medical-surgical nursing units. Demonstrates respiratory care procedures and the operation of related equipment to patients and other members of the hospital staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy. Eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).

Skills And Abilities
  • Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including patients, physicians and the public.
  • Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment and perform respiratory therapy procedures.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to demonstrate respiratory methods and the operation of related equipment to patients and members of hospital staff.


Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD812.pdf

Additional information for applicants

Additional Clauses

Requisition CA

Health Science Professionals

Affiliation/Union

HSA

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