Respiratory Therapist I

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Canada is looking for a passionate Respiratory Therapist to join their respiratory therapy team. This role involves providing high-quality care to pediatric patients at multiple sites, including the prestigious Stollery Children’s Hospital. Ideal candidates should have recent critical care experience and relevant certifications, and they will work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams. Enjoy the benefits of a fulfilling career while living in a vibrant city with access to beautiful outdoor activities.

Qualifications

• Registration with CARTA is mandatory.
• Recent critical care experience in neonatal and pediatric settings preferred.
• Experience with transport teams and quality improvement initiatives is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop respiratory therapy care plans.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to improve outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory care.

Skills

Critical care experience

Clinical documentation

Task management

Education

Graduation from a recognised School of Respiratory Therapy

Active registration with CARTA

Certified in BCLS-HCP

Job description

Your Opportunity

Bring Your Skills to Life - Literally. Join a Team That Breathes Innovation. Are you a passionate Respiratory Therapist ready to make a real difference in the lives of neonatal and pediatric patients? Join our high-impact, fast-paced Respiratory Therapy team at the Stollery Children’s Hospital! As Edmonton’s primary pediatric and neonatal tertiary care centre and a referral hub for Western Canada, we offer specialized services such as cardiac surgery, organ transplantation, high risk Labour and delivery, and Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS). You will have the opportunity to work across three Stollery sites: University of Alberta Hospital (UAH), Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH), and the Sturgeon Community Hospital (SCH) as needed. What You’ll Do: Provide high-quality, family-centered care across a range of units: UAH: Cardiac, surgical/non-surgical PICUs, NICU, inpatient wards, emergency. RAH: Level II & III 69-bed NICU, high-risk Labour and delivery. SCH: Level II NICU and labour and delivery. You will also have the opportunity to join elite specialty teams, such as Neonatal and Pediatric Transport, ECLS, and the Resuscitation & Stabilisation Team (RST) for high-risk delivery response. This is a multi-site float position requiring the candidate to orientate to multiple Stollery sites as needed operationally. Why Edmonton? Enjoy a vibrant city with access to the Rockies, river valley trails, and a thriving food and arts scene. With low taxes and diverse housing options, it’s easy to find your place here. Passionate about paediatric or neonatal respiratory care? Apply today to be part of a revolutionary team that drives evidence-based best practice, innovation and excellence.

Description

As a Respiratory Therapist I, you will assess patients, 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 and educate patients and their families regarding diseases, medications, equipment and treatments.

Job Details

• Classification: Resp Therapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Respiratory Services
• Primary Location: Stollery Children's Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 29-DEC-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 08-JAN-2026
• Temporary End Date: 24-JAN-2027
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 24
• Shifts per cycle: 84
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $40.73
• Maximum Salary: $52.34
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Active or eligible registration with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CARTA).

Additional Required Qualifications

Graduate from a recognised School of Respiratory Therapy is required. Must be eligible to write or have passed the National Respiratory Certification Exam. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support– Healthcare Provider (BCLS‑HCP) required. Active member of the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT).

Preferred Qualifications

2–3 years of recent critical care experience in a tertiary neonatal and pediatric setting. Oriented to the Stollery Children’s Hospital. Certified in NRP/PALS. Experience includes transport/ECLS teams, CISM, charge therapist, student preceptorship, and quality improvement initiatives. Active in committees and practice change implementation. Strong clinical documentation and task management skills.