Respiratory Therapist I

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Respiratory Therapist I for the Stollery Respiratory Services, servicing UAH, RAH and SCH. The role focuses on neonatal and pediatric respiratory care with cross-site opportunities and involvement in high-acuity units.

The position requires CARTA registration, BCLS-HCP, and CSRT membership; graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program is essential. Flexible shifts and a temporary part-time role support family-centered care.

Qualifications

• Active CARTA registration or eligible status is required.
• CSRT membership is preferred and indicates ongoing professional involvement.
• BCLS-HCP certification current is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop respiratory care plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust therapy as needed.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to improve outcomes.
• Provide training on equipment and educate patients and families.
• Support neonates and pediatric patients across units and sites.

Skills

CARTA registration

CSRT member

Education

Graduate from a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy

Job description

This is a core University of Alberta Hospital (UAH) Stollery Respiratory Therapy based position.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 center 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 & Stabilization Team (RST) for high-risk delivery response.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 pediatric or neonatal respiratory care?

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: Stollery Respiratory Services
• Primary Location: Stollery Children's Hospital
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 24-AUG-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 03-SEP-2026
• Temporary End Date: 17-DEC-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 24
• Shifts per cycle: 67
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $40.73
• Maximum Salary: $52.34
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Resp Therapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Stollery Respiratory Services
• Primary Location: Stollery Children's Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 24-AUG-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 03-SEP-2026
• Temporary End Date: 17-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 24
• Shifts per cycle: 67
• 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 recognized School of Respiratory Therapy is requiredMust be eligible to write or have passed the National Respiratory Certification ExamCurrent Basic Cardiac Life Support- Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) requiredActive 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.

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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