Posted 26 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist
@ Island Health
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic data, therapeutic intervention and safe application of respiratory equipment as part of the patient care team. The work requires graduation from a recognised Respiratory Therapy program, eligibility for BCSRT registered membership, and a Life Support "C" Certificate.
Responsibilities:
- Provide diagnostic data and therapeutic respiratory interventions
- Apply respiratory equipment safely and appropriately
- Participate as a member of the patient care team
- Support continuous quality and safety improvement
Requirements summary:
- Graduation from a recognised Respiratory Therapy program
- Eligible for BCSRT registered membership
- Life Support "C" Certificate required
- Instructor's Certificate an asset
- Ability to work in highly stressful environments
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-21
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Life Support "C" Certificate, Instructor's Certificate |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Respiratory Therapy |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,247 |
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
As a member of the patient care team, the Registered Respiratory Therapist provides diagnostic data, therapeutic intervention, and ensures the safe and appropriate application of a variety of respiratory equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Graduation from a recognised Respiratory Therapy program and eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT). Life Support "C" Certificate required, Instructor's Certificate an asset.
Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with others effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in highly stressful environments.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to make decisions in emergency situations and establish priorities.
- Demonstrated physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Demonstrated ability to operate related office equipment.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD1704.pdfJournal
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