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, and the position includes pre-shift on call during the summer.
Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance. Apply today!
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.
Comments
Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.