Respiratory Therapist - Community RRT - (232460) Duncan Norcross & Drinkwater Road (DNDR) - Duncan, BC V9L 6C5 CA (Primary) Ladysmith Community Health Centre (LCHC) - Ladysmith, BC V0R 2E0 CA Multi-Site Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) 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 skilled 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. Education, Training And Experience Graduate of a recognized Respiratory Therapy education program

- Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) certification; including completion of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) course, Asthma course, and Education for Chronic Disease Course
- Minimum of 3 years' respiratory care experience within the past 5 years, in a variety of treatment settings such as hospital, emergency, and at least one year experience in community and/or outpatient care
- Specific training and practice in pulmonary rehabilitation, asthma education, respiratory home care, home ventilation and sleep disorders;

Experience in policy/procedural development and quality improvement initiatives

- Society of Respiratory Therapists
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, caregivers, families, physicians, hospital and Community Health Services staff, and other community agencies Ability to use a computer

📌 Respiratory Therapist, Community (Duncan)
🏢 Vancouver Island Health Authority
📍 Duncan