Respiratory Therapist

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $40.19/Hr. - CAD $50.20/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Respiratory Therapist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at qathet General Hospital in Powell River, BC. Apply now to join our team!

Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as outlined by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) as well as within a patient and family centred care model and the vision and values of the organization. This role performs ongoing respiratory care in an interdisciplinary setting to patients with tracheostomies and/or variety of illnesses/diseases including, but not limited to acute and/or chronic respiratory illnesses or pathologies of the airway. Enhances quality of life from the perspective of the patient/family by consulting, conferring and collaborating with other health care professionals. Demonstrates continuous improvement and best practice approach in respiratory practice. Conducts various cardiac diagnostic tests such as Electrocardiogram (ECG), stress testing and Holter Monitoring for analysis and interpretation by medical staff. Maintains and advances own clinical competence and participates on committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

About qathet General Hospital (qGH)

qGH is a 42‑bed hospital that delivers a wide spectrum of essential services, including surgery, endoscopy, ICU care, obstetrics, inpatient psychiatry, oncology, emergency medicine, and diagnostic imaging. As a cornerstone of the community, we provide high‑quality, patient‑centered care across every stage of life.

Your Role as a Respiratory Therapist

As an RT at qGH, you’ll play a vital role across nearly every area of the hospital. You’ll float between the emergency department, medical/surgical units, labour and delivery, critical care, and the outpatient pulmonary function lab — giving you exposure to diverse clinical situations and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Why this Role Stands Out

With a small, highly collaborative respiratory therapy team, qGH offers a level of autonomy in your practice that’s hard to find elsewhere. You’ll have the space to practice independently, contribute your expertise directly to patient care decisions, and shape respiratory best practices across the hospital.

You’ll also be a key support for our interdisciplinary teams, helping nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals strengthen their respiratory knowledge and deliver safer, more effective care.

What You'll Experience 

• A dynamic clinical environment where no two days look the same
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration and respect for RT expertise
• Opportunities to lead respiratory education and influence care standards
• A supportive team that values initiative, critical thinking, and compassion

Living in the qathet Region

The qathet region offers a lifestyle that blends natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy:

• Hiking and mountain biking trails that wind through lush forests and lead to stunning viewpoints
• Beautiful mountain peaks perfect for exploring year‑round
• Long, colourful sunsets that stretch across the Salish Sea
• Wildlife sightings — including whales, seals, and sea lions — often visible right from the shoreline
• Miles of beaches and oceanfront walking paths ideal for unwinding after a shift
• A thriving music scene with local concerts, festivals, choirs, and community performances
• A strong arts culture including galleries, studios, artisan markets, and creative workshops

Whether you love hiking, biking, paddling, photography, live music, or exploring local art, qathet offers a peaceful, scenic environment with a creative spirit that supports a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Successful completion of the Health Professionals Testing Canada Credentialing Exam.
• Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists and BC Society of Respiratory Therapists.
• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Completion of additional coursework and clinical training in conduction of ECG, Holter Monitor and Stress Tests.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Broad knowledge of CSRT standards of practice and clinical practice guidelines.
• Broad knowledge of current respiratory care theory and practices within a patient/family centred model of care.
• Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement care plans.
• Demonstrated ability to assess patient responses to care, and to respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem-solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) and deal effectively with patients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership through initiative and independence.
• Demonstrated ability to use the department policy and procedure manual.
• Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to operated equipment including applicable software applications.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized patient care information system.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. ***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

Compensation: 40.19 to 50.2 (CAD)