Respiratory Therapist, Paediatric Ambulatory Programs

Close Date Location Victoria General Hospital (VGH) - Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0800-1600 Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $40.19 - $50.20 Paid FTE 0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 0 Planned Start Date Jun. 5 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

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Manager, Paediatric Ambulatory Programs, administers respiratory therapy and provides diagnostic data and clinical education to patients and clients referred to the Paediatric Complex Respiratory Clinic and Cystic Fibrosis Clinic. Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications

• Education, Training And Experience Graduation from an approved Respiratory Therapy program and registered with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists and the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists. Completion of a post graduate course in asthma care from a recognized educational facility plus one year of recent experience with paediatric patients. Valid BC Driver's License. Skills And Abilities
• Ability to conduct quality assurance tests and related activities.
• Ability to organize workload and establish priorities.
• Ability to teach.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD816.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union HSA