Primary Care Respiratory Therapist

Position Summary
Kimberley Health Centre has a Community Respiratory Therapist permanent, part-time (0.82 FTE) opening. This position is part of the East Kootenay Primary Care Network. Days of work are Tuesdays to Fridays.

What we offer:
• Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive.
• Recognition of previous experience in determining starting salary.
• Financial moving support
• Strong employee benefit package
• Defined Pension Plan
• Mentorship to help orientate, navigate and thrive in your new role
• $1,000 per year to use for courses plus education leave
• Development resources for leadership skills
• Focus of diversity and inclusion
• Focus on safety and employee wellness
• Time is best spent in the service of clients

The Primary Care Respiratory Therapist partners with family physicians, primary care providers, and allied healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care tailored to the unique needs of the local community. The Respiratory Therapist adapts to the holistic, person-centered approach of the Primary Care Team structure, with a commitment to ensuring culturally safe and responsive care. Build on proficiency in working within optimized scopes of practice to maximize efficiency and efficacy. Additionally, a Respiratory Therapist is required to have flexibility to transition over time to providing care in private family physician clinics and conducting home visits, further extending accessibility and continuity of care for patients.

About this location | Kimberley, nestled in the Kootenay Rockies of southeastern British Columbia, is a charming mountain town renowned for its outdoor recreational opportunities and rich mining history. Surrounded by the Purcell Mountains and adjacent to the expansive wilderness of the Purcell Wilderness Conservancy Provincial Park, Kimberley offers year-round activities such as skiing, snowboarding, hiking, and mountain biking. The town itself boasts a picturesque downtown with heritage buildings, artisan shops, and cozy cafes, reflecting its mining past and vibrant community spirit. With its stunning natural beauty and a wide array of outdoor adventures, Kimberley attracts outdoor enthusiasts, families, and history buffs alike, seeking an authentic and adventurous experience in the heart of the Rockies.

Qualfications
• Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Two years’ recent experience in pulmonary rehabilitation, asthma education, respiratory home care, home ventilation, home oxygen, and sleep disordered breathing screening, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current certification with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) and eligible for registration with the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT) and CSRT.
• Current valid driver’s license.