Respiratory Therapist

Position Summary
Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in health care! Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, B.C., is hiring a passionate Respiratory Therapist who is committed to making a positive impact on patient lives!

What we offer | We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

Eligible positions may qualify for up to $15,000 as a recruitment incentive.

• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health and dental benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Education and development opportunities
• Locations that qualify for B.C. student loan forgiveness
• Positions eligible for the B.C. Provincial Nominee Program

About us | We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About the Hospital | RIH is a tertiary referral hospital and offers high-level, specialty medical care including core physician specialties, 24 emergency and trauma services, ambulatory and outpatient clinics, and diagnostic services.

About the Job | Joining us at RIH, you'll be part of a Respiratory Therapy team that upholds the highest standards of care. Your role is vital in providing personalized care, focusing on both the client and their family. You'll work across various disciplines, assisting individuals with a range of respiratory illnesses, from acute conditions to chronic diseases. Your work will not only improve the quality of life for your clients and their families but also involve collaboration with fellow healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes. You'll have opportunities for continuous learning, participating in research projects and contributing to the advancement of respiratory care practices.

About this location | Proud to be Canada's Tournament Capital, the city of Kamloops is situated in the heart of the southern interior at the meeting of the North and South Thompson Rivers. Kamloops is the 3rd largest city outside the Lower Mainland and is the centre of commercial trade and services for the region. Being in Kamloops there is a certain sense of community that can only be afforded living in a city like this. It’s an amazing place to be. So much mentorship and support. The teamwork is second to none. You always have somebody to turn to and ask for help. Interior Health provides a wholesome and full life within work and outside of work. It’s a four seasoned town. We’ve got everything that you could want to do year-round.

Qualfications
• Graduation from a recognized Respiratory Therapy program.
• 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.
• Recent acute/critical care experience.
• Current valid Driver’s License.