Respiratory Therapist I

Alberta Health Services; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services organization in Ponoka, Alberta is looking for a Respiratory Therapist to provide community-based therapy services. The role involves assessing patients, developing care plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Preferred qualifications include active registration with CARTA, a driver's license, and BCLS-HCP certification. This position supports both outpatient clients and local care teams.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible registration with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA).
• Driver's License and reliable vehicle are required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop respiratory therapy care plans.
• Collaborate with clinical teams for better outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about treatments and equipment.

Skills

Patient assessment

Collaboration with clinical teams

Education on respiratory diseases

Training on respiratory equipment

Education

Active or eligible registration with CARTA

Job description

Overview

Your Opportunity:

This position is in the town of Ponoka at the heart of Central Alberta, located only 3 minutes off the Queen Elizabeth II Highway between Red Deer and Edmonton. With approximately 6,800 residents, Ponoka is a fun and scenic community to settle down in with many recreational facilities including the Aqua Plex with indoor pool, a Summer Splash Park, Trails, Parks and upgraded playgrounds, Mini Golf, Ball Diamonds, Soccer Fields, Tennis Courts, Arena and Outdoor Rink, Agriculture Centre, Farmers Market and the Annual Ponoka Stampede. Ponoka is also home to the world class 18-hole Ponoka Community Golf Club and sits only 12 minutes from the Legendary 27-hole Wolf Creek Golf Resort. Ponoka’s 8 km of trail systems run through the Battle River Valley and are connected to the Trans-Canada Trail System.

The successful applicant will provide Community-based Respiratory Therapy services four days per week in Ponoka and one day per week in Rimbey. This position primarily serves outpatient clients with a focus on home oxygen consultations, Respiratory patient education for COPD/Asthma, and Spirometry/Pulmonary Function testing. In addition, the Respiratory Therapist will be expected to support the local Acute Care and Home Care teams, contribute to discharge planning, complete Respiratory assessments/treatments, assist in artificial airway management, and provide respiratory equipment consultation and critical care skill education to the health care team as appropriate. The role is supported by the Allied Health Area Manager and Respiratory Therapy Professional Practice Lead, with opportunities to connect with professionals in surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• As a Respiratory Therapist I, assess patients (clients, residents), develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance clinical outcomes.
• Provide training and assist health care providers in the use and care of respiratory equipment.
• Educate patients and families regarding diseases, medications, equipment and treatments.
• Support activities across Acute Care Alberta, Primary Care Alberta, and Recovery Alberta as applicable.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Active or eligible registration with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA).
• Additional Required Qualifications: Driver’s License and reliable vehicle are required. Heart & Stroke: Basic Cardiac Life Support – Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP).
• Preferred Qualifications: As required.