06 Nov
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Interior Health
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Kamloops
06 Nov
Interior Health
Kamloops
Position Summary
We are hiring for a permanent full-time Community Respiratory Therapist in Kamloops. Applicable positions may qualify for up to $15,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance.
Days of Work:
Tuesday to Friday
Shift times/Hours of work:
07:00 to 17:00
What we offer:
- Competitive pay with recognition of previous experience
- Employer-paid advantages, including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan
- Relocation assistance for eligible positions
- Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
- Education and career development opportunities
- Mentorship programs for new graduates and internationally educated professionals
- Canada and B.C. student loan forgiveness for eligible professions and locations
- Employee and family assistance program, plus exclusive employee discounts
About the role:
The Community Respiratory Therapist works within the hospital and community to deliver respiratory therapy services and programs related to Community Respiratory Therapy:
- The promotion of respiratory health
- The assessment, education, treatment and rehabilitation of patients with respiratory dysfunction
- Communicating and demonstrating community and hospital based respiratory care procedures to other health care professionals and students
- The use of respiratory equipment or special procedures
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 this location:
Located in the heart of British Columbia’s interior, Kamloops offers an exceptional balance of career opportunity, outdoor recreation, and community living. With a sunny climate, stunning natural surroundings, and easy access to hiking, biking, skiing, and fishing, it’s an ideal destination for active lifestyles. Residents enjoy a welcoming community, vibrant arts and culture, excellent amenities, and a high quality of life in one of BC’s most desirable regions.
Qualfications
- Graduation from a recognized program in Respiratory Therapy
- Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canada (HPTC) Credentialing Exam.
- Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) and the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapists (BCSRT).
- 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 valid BC driver’s license.
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📌 Respiratory Therapist | Community (Kamloops)
🏢 Interior Health
📍 Kamloops