Respiratory Therapist I

Alberta Health Services; Town of Westlock; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Westlock is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist I for a temporary 0.5 FTE role at Westlock Healthcare Centre and Westlock Continuing Care. You will closely monitor and support patients across a broad range of settings and work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver essential respiratory care.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, developing care plans, implementing therapies, and educating patients and families.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA).
• Criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search required prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop respiratory therapy care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust therapies as needed.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and provide training on respiratory equipment.
• Educate patients and families about diseases, medications, equipment and treatments.

Education

CRTA registration

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) for a temporary role at Westlock Healthcare Centre and Westlock Continuing Care. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide essential respiratory care across a broad patient population while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. This is a pivotal role where you will be able to practice autonomously in supporting multiple areas of care. This position offers broad scope of practice, strong clinical autonomy, and direct involvement in critical decision-making. RTs develop meaningful relationships with patients and families, gain exposure to varied cases (from emergency airway management to chronic care), and strengthen critical thinking and adaptability. Smaller team sizes foster close collaboration and a supportive, cohesive care environment. Westlock is located on Treaty 6 territory and Métis lands and draws people to its balance of affordability, strong community connections, and high quality of life—benefits that can be harder to find in larger urban centres. With minimal commute times, residents can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle in a welcoming, close-knit community where neighbours know and support one another. Residents also have easy access to outdoor recreation, including nearby lakes, trails, camping, and year-round activities like fishing and snowmobiling. Located about an hour from Edmonton, Westlock combines the advantages of rural living with convenient access to major amenities, shopping, and services-making it an ideal place for individuals and families who value space, community, and quality of life. This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca.

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: Allied Health Rehabilitation
• Primary Location: Westlock Comm/Mental Hlth
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.50
• Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 29-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 29-APR-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 5
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $41.95
• Maximum Salary: $53.91
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

• Classification: Resp Therapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Allied Health Rehabilitation
• Primary Location: Westlock Comm/Mental Hlth
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.50
• Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 29-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 29-APR-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 5
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $41.95
• Maximum Salary: $53.91
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Active or eligible registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA).

Additional Required Qualifications:

As required.

Preferred Qualifications:

As required.

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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