Posted 26 days ago
Respiratory Therapist
@ Island Health
Duncan, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic data, therapeutic intervention and safe application of respiratory equipment. The work requires graduation from an approved Respiratory Therapy program and eligibility for registration with the BCSRT, plus CSRT certification and current Cardiac Life Support Level C.
Responsibilities:
- Provide diagnostic data and therapeutic respiratory interventions
- Ensure safe and appropriate use of respiratory equipment
- Contribute to continuous quality and patient safety improvement
Requirements summary:
- Graduation from an approved Respiratory Therapy program
- Eligibility for BCSRT registered membership
- CSRT certification and current Cardiac Life Support Level C
- 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 moderate |
| Licences & certifications | CSRT certification, Cardiac Life Support Level C |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Respiratory Therapy |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,246 |
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient 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.
The 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 an approved Respiratory Therapy program and eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT). Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) certification, and current Cardiac life Support, Level "C" Certificate.
Skills And Abilities
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Deal with others effectively
- Work effectively in highly stressful environments
- Work independently with limited supervision
- Make decisions in emergency situations and establish priorities
- Physically able to carry out the duties of the position
- Operate related equipment, including a computer
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD2740.pdfJournal
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