Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the Manager of ER, Respiratory Therapist I performs a care to patients in a fast-paced, high stress environment. The Respiratory Therapist I will provide respiratory care to patients in accordance with hospital policies and care standards within the guidelines and policies set down by Respiratory Therapy Services. 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.
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: Emergency Primary Location: Northeast Community Health Ctr Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.50 Posting End Date: 09-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Regular Part Time Date Available: 19-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 30 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $41.95 Maximum Salary: $53.91 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA).
Additional Required Qualifications:
As required.
Preferred Qualifications:
ACLS, TNCC, EPICC, ENPC, PALS, NRP and CTAS, Connect Care training.
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Responsibilities
Assess patients, develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans, monitor progress, and provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care. Collaborate with clinical teams, support healthcare providers in using respiratory equipment, and educate patients and families about conditions, medications, equipment, and treatments.
Requirements
Active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta is required. Preferred qualifications include ACLS, TNCC, EPICC, ENPC, PALS, NRP, CTAS, and Connect Care training.
Skills
- Respiratory Assessment
- Respiratory Care Planning
- Patient Monitoring
- Diagnostic Equipment
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Respiratory Equipment Training
- Patient and Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Emergency Care
- ACLS
- TNCC
- EPICC
- ENPC
- PALS
- NRP
- CTAS
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Keywords
- Respiratory Therapy
- Emergency Department
- Patient Assessment
- Respiratory Care Plans
- Patient Monitoring
- Diagnostic Equipment
- Therapeutic Equipment
- Respiratory Interventions
- Clinical Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Family Education
- Respiratory Equipment
- College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta
- ACLS
- TNCC
- EPICC
- ENPC
- PALS
- NRP
- CTAS
- Connect Care
