Working across the joint campus of BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre, Respiratory Therapists play a critical role in caring for some of the most vulnerable pediatric and neonatal patients in British Columbia. As the only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in the province, our PICU treats over 1,200 children annually, while the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is the provincial leader in high-risk neonatal care, including neonatal transport services. Our family-centred approach ensures that care is given to infants, children, and their families with compassion, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.
BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre offer Respiratory Therapists the opportunity to be part of a vibrant, interdisciplinary team in the PICU, NICU and Medical Unit. With roles supporting critical care for newborns to adolescents, Respiratory Therapists at the joint campus can develop their expertise in highly specialized settings while contributing to the best outcomes for children and families. We offer positions with flexible scheduling, allowing for self-scheduling and shift exchanges, and provide a comprehensive orientation program tailored to the needs of each therapist. Discover available Respiratory Therapy roles with us by visiting jobs.phsa.ca.
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BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre are committed to advancing the skills and careers of our Respiratory Therapists, supporting ongoing learning through:
- Orientation and Education Days: A comprehensive orientation program combining classroom and clinical training, plus four dedicated education days annually.
- Interdisciplinary Education: Regular interdisciplinary learning opportunities, including simulation-based training, workshops, and conferences.
- Leadership and Quality Improvement: Opportunities to join quality improvement projects, clinical committees, and unit-based councils, as well as to pursue advanced clinical and leadership roles.
- Research and Best Practice Initiatives: Access to the latest research and best practices in critical and neonatal care to continuously improve patient outcomes.
Respiratory Therapists receive a combination of classroom instruction and clinical training with preceptored shifts. Orientation is tailored based on an individual assessment to ensure a smooth transition into the PICU, NICU, or medical unit.
Yes, flexible scheduling options are available through a master rotation that allows for self and colleague exchanges, enabling team members to balance work and personal commitments.
Absolutely! In addition to the four education days incorporated into the rotation each year, there are numerous opportunities to participate in quality improvement projects, clinical committees, interdisciplinary research, and various workshops and conferences.
