Respiratory Therapist

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A governmental health department in Iqaluit, Nunavut is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team. This role involves providing comprehensive care in a dynamic environment, with responsibilities including diagnostic assessments and patient education. The position offers a competitive salary package, including numerous bonuses for longer service, and opportunities for professional development. Fluency in multiple official languages of Nunavut is an asset.

Benefits

Subsidized staff housing

Relocation privileges

Medical and dental benefits

Qualifications

• Two years of respiratory therapy experience in neonatal, pediatric, or adult care.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with annual recertification.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and clear Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients with respiratory diseases.
• Assist in intubations and mechanical ventilation for all age groups.
• Monitor and evaluate respiratory care practices.

Skills

Fluent in Inuktut

Fluent in English

Fluent in French

Knowledge of Inuit culture

Education

Diploma from a recognized school of respiratory therapy

Registered with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists

Job description

Department

Health

Community

Iqaluit

Housing

Subsidized staff housing available

Reference Number

146

Salary

$105,574 - $119,818 per annum for 37.5 hour/week

Northern Allowance

$16,008 per year

Type of Employment

Job Share (Rotation)

* 3-month rotation

Union Status

This position is included in the Nunavut Employees Union

Expiry Options

Has closing date

Closing Date

Friday, August 8, 2025 - 23:59

Eastern Time

Contact

Department of Human Resources (Iqaluit)

Government of Nunavut

P.O. Box 1000, Station 430 Iqaluit, Nunavut X0A 0H0

Phone: [phone]

Toll Free: 1-888-668-9993

Fax: [phone]

Respiratory Therapist

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

For positions that are full-time and permanent, recruitment bonuses include: $3,000 on start date, $3,000 at 6 months of service, $5,000 at 1 year of service and $7,000 at 2 years of service.

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2025. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, Clinics, the Respiratory Therapist is a member of the multidisciplinary team that provides comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients with respiratory disease or other associated problems by planning, implementing and following up on care plans and respiratory procedures. Ensure safe patient care by practicing within all legal, ethical and professional standards. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting various activities in support of patient care such as education, orientation and professional development throughout the region.

Functions of the Respiratory Therapist include, but are not limited to: assisting in intubations, mechanical ventilation of neonates, pediatrics and adults as per established policies and procedures; performing diagnostic tests as appropriate; assist on monitoring and evaluating of respiratory care practice by participating in department quality assurance and various committee memberships i.e. infectious control committee and medivac committee; as well as developing policies and procedures for respiratory practice/care.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a diploma from a recognized school of respiratory therapy along with two (2) years of respiratory therapy experience in neonatal, pediatric, or adult care. The incumbent must also be registered with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists as a full active member in good standing. Basic Life Support (BSL) with annual recertification is also required. This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce, therefore priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.