Respiratory Therapist II - Operating Room

Alberta Health Services; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Lethbridge is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II for the Operating Room. You will lead advanced respiratory procedures for patients under anesthesia and ensure proper anesthetic machine setup and safety.

You will educate patients and staff, develop care plans, and support protocols while coordinating with the OR team. Requires CRTA registration, BLS-HCP, and recent acute/critical care experience; OR experience and preceptor training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible CRTA registration.
• Current BLS-HCP certification; recent acute/critical care experience.
• Preferred: operating room experience; preceptor experience; preceptor training; relevant degree; ACLS/NRP/PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, monitor and assess clinical respiratory services in the assigned area.
• Act as a clinical resource for daily operations and aid in protocol development.
• Develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans; monitor patient progress.
• Identify equipment needs; maintain supplies; manage respiratory equipment and QA.
• Participate in interprofessional rounds, conferences and meetings.

Skills

CRTA registration

BLS-HCP certification

Acute/critical care experience

Operating room experience

Preceptor training

ACLS/NRP/PALS certifications

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Respiratory Therapist II - Operating Room

Working at the Chinook Regional Hospital in sunny, Lethbridge Alberta, the operating room Respiratory Therapist II provides leadership and expertise in the field of Respiratory Therapy. You will work collaboratively with the operating room team to perform or assist with advanced respiratory procedures (such as airway management, laryngoscopy, endotracheal intubation, central venous line insertion, drug preparation, peripheral venous cannulation, arterial line insertion, and arterial blood gas sampling & analysis) for patients requiring/under anesthesia in neonatal, pediatric, & adult populations. You will also be responsible for the daily set-up and verification of anesthetic machines and equipment and for providing room relief for anesthesiologists for short periods of time. You will actively participate in the education of patients, families, students, staff and physicians; contribute to department and/or service area process improvement; maintain a professional and accountable practice; advocate professionally and effectively for patients using the principles of patient and family centered care; and provide technical support for Respiratory Therapy equipment. A demonstrated pattern of professional development; display of interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills; ability to manage competing priorities, be self-directed, exercise independent decision-making and effectively resolve conflict; and promotion of a healthy, respectful, and safe work environment are required.

Description:

As a Respiratory Therapist II, you will coordinate, monitor and assess clinical services in your assigned area. You will act as a clinical resource for daily operations, coordinating the work of therapy assessment and treatment in your service area, and assist in the development of clinical protocols. You will develop and implement respiratory therapy care plans and monitor the progress of patients (clients, residents) receiving advanced respiratory treatment. You will identify new equipment requirements, and establish and maintain adequate levels of supplies and materials for your area. You will be responsible for respiratory equipment, including but not limited to operation, procurement, maintenance, and quality assurance. You will participate in interprofessional patient, client or resident rounds, conferences and meetings where applicable.

• Classification: Respiratory Therapist II
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Respiratory Health and Outpatient Cardiology
• Primary Location: Chinook Regional Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 26-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 07-FEB-2028
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 20
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $44.76
• Maximum Salary: $57.72
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Respiratory Therapist II
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Respiratory Health and Outpatient Cardiology
• Primary Location: Chinook Regional Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 16-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 26-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 07-FEB-2028
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 20
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $44.76
• Maximum Salary: $57.72
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

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

Additional Required Qualifications:

Current BLS-HCP certification. Recent acute care and/ or critical care experience (in past 5 years).

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working as a RRT in an Operating Room environment. Preceptor experience with respiratory therapy students. Completion of a preceptor training course. Relevant Degree. Competency in performing adult Intubation & Arterial Line Insertion. PVAD insertion and management certification. Current ACLS, NRP, and PALS certification.

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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South Zone, Lethbridge, Chinook Regional Hospital

South Zone, Lethbridge, Chinook Regional Hospital