Respiratory Therapist

Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia

CA$40 - CA$50/hrTemporary Full Time On SitePosted 4 hours ago

Practice for this role

Respiratory Therapist · CA$40 - CA$50/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-11% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Victoria, British Columbia (CA$45.15/hr)

28 similar openings in the Victoria area · median CA$45.15/hr

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this role: CA$40.19/hrmedian CA$45.15/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted allied health roles in Victoria, British Columbia rates. This role sits in the 23rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 11% below the Victoria, British Columbia median for allied health roles.

Provide diagnostic data.

Administer respiratory therapy.

Formulate and chart patient care plans.

Safely operate and apply respiratory equipment and procedures.

Provide respiratory care in intensive care, cardiovascular, rehabilitation, emergency, and medical-surgical settings.

Demonstrate respiratory care procedures and equipment operation to patients and hospital staff.

Continuously support patient safety and quality improvement

Close Date Sep. 11 2026 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 0700-1915;1900-0715 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $40.19 - $50.20 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Sep. 23 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Aug. 2 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

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 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.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy. Eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT). Skills And Abilities
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts including patients, physicians and the public.
Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment and perform respiratory therapy procedures.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to demonstrate respiratory methods and the operation of related equipment to patients and members of hospital staff. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD812.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union HSA

Requirements

Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program.

Eligible for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists.

Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment and perform respiratory therapy procedures.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Ability to work effectively with patients, physicians, the public, and other contacts.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position

Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy
Eligibility for registered membership with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists
Verbal and written communication
Patient communication
Respiratory therapy procedures
Diagnostic data collection
Respiratory equipment operation
Care plan formulation and documentation
Patient and staff education
Adult, pediatric, and neonatal respiratory care

Posting details

Employment type: Temporary, Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Salary: CA$40 - CA$50/hr
Location: Victoria, British Columbia
Posted: Sep 2, 2026
Application: Employer website

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