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The Respiratory Therapist I assesses patients, develops and implements care plans, and monitors progress using diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. They collaborate with clinical teams and provide education to patients, families, and other healthcare providers regarding respiratory treatments.
Requirements
Candidates must have active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA). A valid driver's license is required for the position.
Working hours
39 hours per week
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Respiratory Therapy Care Planning
- Diagnostic Equipment Operation
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Clinical Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Teamwork
Benefits
- Relocation assistance
- Recruitment incentive up to $60,000
- Northern Allowance up to $6,300 annually
- Annual personal travel expense reimbursement up to $1,235
Visa sponsorship
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Keywords
- Respiratory Therapy
- CRTA
- Patient Care
- Allied Health
- Clinical Outcomes
- Diagnostic Equipment
- Therapeutic Equipment
- Healthcare Provider
- Northwest Health Centre
- Alberta Health Services
Original job description
Your Opportunity:
We are seeking an exceptional Respiratory Therapist I to work at the Northwest Health Centre in High Level. High Level is a Northern Alberta community that offers an ideal blend of professional opportunity and an exceptional lifestyle. Nestled amid boreal forest, wide‑open northern skies, and the rugged beauty of the Mackenzie County region, High Level provides a peaceful pace of life with abundant year‑round outdoor activities. From hiking, fishing, and camping in the summer to snowmobiling, skiing, and winter exploring, this region is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Add to that a warm, welcoming community, and you’ve found an ideal setting to live, work, and thrive. You’ll be the driving force in guiding clinical decisions, supporting clients through meaningful interventions, and fostering strong collaboration with families, interdisciplinary team members, and community partners. You will champion creative, client-centered solutions that enhance functional independence and elevate the quality of care. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and want a career where your voice matters, your ideas are valued, and your impact is felt every single day, this is your chance. Relocation assistance may be available. This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000, based on the length of your Return for Service. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca.
Description:
As a Respiratory Therapist I, you will assess patients (clients, resident), develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans and monitor their progress. You will be responsible for various diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and interventions. You will collaborate with various clinical teams and groups to enhance clinical outcomes. You will provide training and assist health care providers in the use and care of respiratory equipment as well as educate patients and their families regarding diseases, medications, equipment and treatments.
Classification: Resp Therapist I Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Allied Health Area 1 Primary Location: High Level Northwest Health Ct Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 09-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 19-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $41.95 Maximum Salary: $53.91 Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
Required Qualifications:
Active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA).
Additional Required Qualifications:
In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Northern Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $6,300. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Permanent and temporary employees working in excess of one (1) year whose work sites are above the 57th parallel are also eligible to receive an annual reimbursement of personal travel expenses to an annual maximum of $1,235. Eligible employees will be reimbursed for the cost of one (1) round trip, per calendar year, to any destination within Alberta. Travel must originate from a community above the 57th parallel to any destination within Alberta and cannot be carried over.
Preferred Qualifications:
As required.
