Respiratory Therapist I

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

Benefits offered by this job

RCIF incentive

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Grande Prairie is seeking a Respiratory Therapist I to assess patients, develop respiratory care plans and monitor progress. You will manage diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and collaborate with clinical teams to improve outcomes.

You will also provide training to health care providers on equipment use and educate patients and families about diseases, medications, and treatments, under a Return for Service agreement with RCIF incentives.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible CRTA registration required.
• Graduate of a reputable respiratory program; eligible for Alberta registration.
• Team player with strong communication and patient-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop/implement respiratory therapy care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and manage respiratory equipment and interventions.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and educate patients and families.

Education

CRTA registration or eligibility

CRTA registration

Job description

Due to the region being a Northern Site recruitment incentive has been provided at this time. Come and join our specialized team while benefitting from this limited time RCIF:Full-time (0.8–1.0 FTE) a Return for Service (RFS) Agreement is required$25,000 for a 2-years RFS$41,500 for a 3-year RFS$60,000 for a 4-year RFS

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: UNIT 25/ Respiratory
• Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 23-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 8
• Shifts per cycle: 28
• 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: UNIT 25/ Respiratory
• Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 23-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 8
• Shifts per cycle: 28
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, weekends, On Call.
• 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:

Must have graduated from a reputable respiratory program, college or university degree. Be eligible for registration within Alberta (required CRTA#)

Preferred Qualifications:

As Required.

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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We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta.

Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.