Island Health·Duncan, British Columbia
Provide respiratory therapy consultation, assessment, and treatment to Community Health Services (CHS) clients as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Identify potential clients for program admission and link with CHS members and physicians to ensure admission criteria are met.
Plan and carry out treatment programs for each client, including assessment and treatment in the client’s home and in-hospital consultation for discharge.
Act as a resource for physicians and other CHS members and provide input regarding future CHS initiatives and directions.
Maintain patient and staff safety and continuously improve quality and safety in all aspects of the position.
Travel between multiple sites as required and arrange transportation per operational requirements
Close Date Aug. 7 2026 Location Duncan Norcross & Drinkwater Road (DNDR) - Duncan, BC V9L 6C5 CA (Primary) Ladysmith Community Health Centre (LCHC) - Ladysmith, BC V0R 2E0 CA Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time 0800-1830 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $40.19 - $50.20 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Aug. 31 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Sep. 30 2027 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes
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. Reporting to the Manager, while maintaining close professional links with Respiratory Therapy Services, the Community Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) works as a member of an inter-disciplinary team in CHS to provide respiratory therapy consultation assessment and treatment of CHS clients. The Community RRT is responsible for identifying potential clients for program admission and linking with other CHS members and physicians to ensure that admission criteria are met. The Community RRT plans and carries out a treatment program for each client, which may include assessment and treatment in the client's own home, and in-hospital consultation for discharge. This position acts as a resource for physicians, other members of CHS and provides input regarding future initiatives and directions of CHS. 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 the use of a personal vehicle.
Graduate of a recognized Respiratory Therapy education program.
Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) certification.
Certified Respiratory Educator (CRE), including completion of COPD course, Asthma course, and Education for Chronic Disease Course.
Current CPR level 'C' or BLS HCP certificate.
Minimum 3 years of respiratory care experience within the past 5 years, including hospital/emergency and at least 1 year in community and/or outpatient care.
Specific training and practice in pulmonary rehabilitation, asthma education, respiratory home care, home ventilation, and sleep disorders.
Knowledge of current technologies and treatments for acute and chronic respiratory conditions (pneumonia, COPD, asthma).
Experience in policy/procedural development and quality improvement initiatives.
Current membership or eligible for membership in the B.C.
Society of Respiratory Therapists.
Valid BC driver’s license.
Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, and teaching skills; ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload; ability to communicate effectively with clients, caregivers, families, physicians, hospital and CHS staff, and community agencies.
Ability to function effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team and to plan, organize, prioritize, and follow through.
Ability to use a computer and meet physical requirements of the role.
Criminal Record Check required (CRC required)
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