Respiratory Therapist I

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Respiratory Therapist I at Alberta Children's Hospital in Calgary to balance patient acuity and priorities across PICU, NICU, inpatient units and ED. You will lead care plans, supervise equipment use and educate patients and families, contributing to professional practice and process improvement.

The role emphasizes self-direction, teamwork, conflict resolution, and advocacy for patients within a patient- and family-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA).
• Minimum of 6 months tertiary critical care experience within the last 3 years.
• Current BCLS-HCP Certification, including expiration date.
• Preferred: ACH experience, Pediatric experience, Level III NICU experience, Formal preceptor training, Current PALS certification with expiration date, Current NRP certification with expiration date.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans, and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance outcomes and educate patients and families.
• Provide training on respiratory equipment to health care providers and support patients and families in understanding diseases and treatments.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

CRTA registration

BCLS-HCP certification

PALS certification

NRP certification

Job description

As the acute care Respiratory Therapist I at Alberta Children's Hospital, you be challenged in your ability to balance varying patient acuity levels and priorities in the dynamic environments that Respiratory Therapy provides service to including PICU, NICU, Inpatient Units and the Emergency Department. The RRT I is a pivotal member of the health care team, and you will have the opportunity to utilize your excellent clinical, communication and teamwork skills to support optimal outcomes for your patient population. You will be expected to contribute to department and/or service area process improvement and maintain professional practice including, but not limited to, ongoing professional development, encouragement of a positive and supportive work environment, and demonstration of accountability. In addition, you will demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: Ability to be self-directed and exercise independent decision making and critical thinking skills. Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and effectively resolve conflict. Ability to interact collaboratively and positively with staff, students, Physicians, and the entire health care team to optimize the delivery of safe quality patient care. Ability to advocate effectively for patients and integrate patient and family centered care principles within own practice.

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: ACH Respiratory Therapy
• Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 02-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 12-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 42
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $41.95
• Maximum Salary: $53.91
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Resp Therapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: ACH Respiratory Therapy
• Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 02-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 12-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2027
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 42
• 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:

Minimum of 6 months Tertiary Critical Care experience within the last 3 years. Current BCLS-HCP Certification, including expiration date.

Preferred Qualifications:

ACH experience. Pediatric experience. Level III NICU experience. Formal preceptor training. Current PALS certification including expiration date. Current NRP certification including expiration date. Team lead experience. Commitment to a multidisciplinary committee within the past 2 years.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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