Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Provides diagnostic data.
Administers respiratory therapy.
Formulates and charts care plans according to established procedures.
Ensures safe and appropriate application of respiratory equipment and procedures.
Delivers respiratory care in adult, paediatric, and neonatal intensive care units, cardiovascular unit, respiratory rehabilitation programs and related clinics, emergency room, and medical-surgical nursing units.
Demonstrates respiratory care procedures and operation of related equipment to patients and other hospital staff
Close Date Aug. 16 2026 Location Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 1000-2200 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $40.19 - $50.20 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Sep. 26 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
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 appropriate site Supervisor, Respiratory Therapy. Provides diagnostic data, administers respiratory therapy, formulates and charts care plans according to established procedures to ensure safe and appropriate application of a variety of respiratory equipment and procedures in areas such as adult, paediatric, and neonatal intensive care units, cardiovascular unit, respiratory rehabilitation programs and related clinics, emergency room and medical-surgical nursing units. Demonstrates respiratory care procedures and the operation of related equipment to patients and other members of the hospital staff.
Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy.
Eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).
Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment and perform respiratory therapy procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including patients, physicians, and the public.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
CRC required (criminal record check)
Market context
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